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Principal Administration Coordinator

2026-03-03

Location

St Lucia

University of Queensland

Type

Staff / Administration

Required Qualifications

Degree + 4 years relevant experience or equivalent
Exceptional customer service & interpersonal skills
Highly organised, time management & prioritisation
Project coordination & administrative skills
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) proficiency
Excellent written & verbal communication
University systems, policies & procedures knowledge

Research Areas

Climate Change
Energy Transitions
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Principal Administration Coordinator

About This Opportunity

In this role, you will coordinate projects and events, provide administrative support, and act as the first point of contact for staff and HDR students within UQ’s Climate Change and Energy Transitions Networks. You’ll play a key role in keeping these dynamic research communities running smoothly and connecting people across the University.

These Networks bring together leading researchers to showcase UQ’s expertise and drive collaboration on critical global challenges in climate change and energy transitions.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Coordinate projects, events, and administrative activities for the Climate Change and Energy Transitions Networks.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for staff and Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students within the Networks.
  • Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and liaise with professional support services across UQ.
  • Support collaboration and engagement across the Networks to highlight UQ’s expertise in climate change and energy research.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

  • Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
  • 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
  • Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
  • Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
  • On campus childcare options
  • Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
  • Salary packaging options

About You

  • A degree with at least four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Highly organised, with excellent time management, prioritisation, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong business and administrative skills, including project coordination experience.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, University administrative systems, policies, and procedures.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history check. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

📋What are the key responsibilities of the Principal Administration Coordinator?

As the Principal Administration Coordinator, you will coordinate projects, events, and administrative activities for UQ’s Climate Change and Energy Transitions Networks. Serve as the first point of contact for staff and HDR students, maintain stakeholder relationships, and support collaboration to highlight UQ’s expertise. Explore administration jobs at universities.

🎓What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates need a degree with at least four years of relevant experience, or equivalent. Key skills include exceptional customer service, strong interpersonal abilities, high organisation, project coordination, MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), excellent communication, and knowledge of university administrative systems. Prepare your application with our free resume template.

💼What benefits does University of Queensland offer?

UQ provides up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation + 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements (hybrid, purchased leave), health discounts, career development opportunities, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. Learn more about higher ed benefits.

🚫Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

No, employer sponsored work rights are not available. You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment. Pre-employment checks include right to work verification. Check university jobs in Australia for eligibility.

📝How do I apply for this Principal Administration Coordinator role?

Applications close on March 3, 2026. Submit via UQ careers portal with qualifications verification. Tailor your CV highlighting administrative support and project coordination experience. Use our free cover letter template and review Aussie higher ed career tips.

🌍What are the Climate Change and Energy Transitions Networks at UQ?

These networks unite leading researchers to showcase UQ’s climate change and energy transitions expertise, fostering collaboration on global challenges. As coordinator, you’ll connect staff, HDR students, and stakeholders. View related research jobs.
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