"Education Administration Officer (Targeted)"

• Full time continuing opportunity for an organised Education Administration Officer based at F13 Stuart Anderson Building
• Opportunity to provide a broad range of education administrative and operational support to academic and teaching staff to support processes for teaching activities
• Base Salary of $89,755 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We are seeking an Education Administration Officer to join our vibrant faculty team, supporting academic and teaching staff within the School of Medical Sciences. This role plays a key part in ensuring the smooth delivery of educational programs and compliance with university standards within the team looking after School of Medical Sciences (SOMS). You’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will provide a broad range of administrative and operational services that ensure the smooth and compliant delivery of teaching, assessments, and examinations across the School. You’ll work closely with Education Support Officers, academic staff, and Faculty stakeholders, contributing to efficient processes, excellent student experiences, and the effective use of education systems and resources.

Please note that these roles are not open to current University of Sydney students. You will be expected to maintain an onsite presence for this position, with WFH arrangements to be discussed with your manager if you are successful.

NOTE: This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• deliver high-quality administrative support for teaching, assessment, and examination activities
• assist with planning and coordinating assessment and exam operations to support positive outcomes for students and academics
• contribute to accurate data management, results processing, and record‑keeping in line with governance and compliance requirements
• maintain and update education administration systems, documentation, and shared resources
• manage enquiries, workflows, and stakeholder interactions to ensure consistent and responsive service
• support the daily functioning of education administration facilities, resources, and office environments
• collaborate across teams to maintain consistent service delivery and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for Education Administration Officers who have:

• effective and tactful communication skills (both verbal and written) together with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement, along with the ability to prioritise workload during busy periods
• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve required outcomes
• superior computer skills, including database maintenance, experience with Microsoft Officer (Excel) together with experience operating with large, corporate-level database and information systems with exposure to learning management systems (eg Canvas, Moodle or equivalent
• experience working in a tertiary or complex organisation will be highly regarded.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Germinarios, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.medandhealth@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Tuesday 10 March 2026 11:59 PM