"Executive Assistant to the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Partnerships and Innovation"

• Permanent/Continuing, appointment (full-time appointment)
• Level 5: $84,002 - $94,998 + 17% Superannuation

About the Role

The University of Wollongong is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Partnerships and Innovation (PVC P&I). In this pivotal role, you will manage the daily operations of the Office of the PVC P&I and provide administrative support to the iAccelerate team and the Innovation and Commercial Research Unit (ICRU).

You’ll be part of the Research and Innovation Division—an energetic, values driven team committed to excellence, integrity and delivering research with real world impact.

What You’ll Bring

• Qualifications and/or experience in business administration.
• Strong experience providing executive support in a large, complex organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high level committee and secretariat support.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems.
• Excellent communication skills, sound judgement and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information and competing priorities.
• Experience working within established policies, procedures and governance frameworks.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the PVC P&I’s diary, travel, correspondence and confidential matters.
• Coordinating office operations, financial tasks, reporting and administrative processes.
• Providing high level support for committees and working groups, including agendas, minutes and action tracking.
• Supporting events, stakeholder engagement activities and special projects.
• Assisting with onboarding for new staff and iAccelerate residents.
• Upholding UOW’s values and contributing to a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a values driven team at the centre of UOW’s research and innovation agenda. The Research and Innovation Division (RaID) is a collaborative, purpose led community committed to excellence, integrity and creating knowledge that delivers meaningful social, environmental and economic impact.

You’ll be part of a supportive workplace that embraces diversity, nurtures talent and lives its ENRICH values every day. If you’re energised by meaningful work, enjoy working with passionate people and want to contribute to UOW’s mission of creating knowledge for a better world, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

How to Apply

Click the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. You will be asked to submit:

• your resume, and
• a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria in the position description.

For further information, please contact Jo O’Brien, Senior Executive Assistant, on +61 2 4221 3933.

Position Description

Closing Date: Sunday 29 March 2026, 11:55 PM

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

Note:

• This position is subject to a National Criminal Check. 
• A National Security Clearance issued by AGSVA may be required to be obtained and maintained in due course. 
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
• This position is not suitable for remote work in accordance with the UOW Remote Working Guidelines.
• This position is being re-advertised.
• Job Identification
• 6275
• Job Category
• Administration
• Posting Date
• 03/11/2026, 07:19 AM
• Apply Before
• 03/29/2026, 08:55 PM
• Job Schedule
• Full time
• Locations
•  Squires Way, Fairy Meadow, NSW, 2519, AU