Administrative Officer

Full time, fixed term until 18 January 2027 (with a possibility of extension)Exciting opportunity to provide high quality administrative support to the Inclusion & Disability Services teamBase Salary $89,755 + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityAs the Administrative Officer , you will play a key role within the Inclusion & Disability Services team by providing high-quality administrative and operational support that enables smooth daily operations and positive outcomes for students and staff.You will act as the initial point of contact for the work area, coordinate the flow of information, and use your judgement and organisational skills to maintain efficient processes in a fast-paced, service-focused environmentYour key responsibilities will be to:deliver general administrative and operational support to the Inclusion & Disability Services teamanalyse incoming enquiries and correspondence and prepare appropriate responsesprovide high-level support for diary, travel and accommodation coordinationgather, organise and summarise data to prepare reports, charts, graphs and tablescoordinate administrative processes, services and resource development for the work areamanage purchasing, payments and invoice processingdevelop and maintain effective working relationships across the University.About youexperience working in a fast-paced administrative environmentstrong administrative skills with exceptional attention to detaildemonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, problem solving and prioritisation of workloadexcellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience responding to diverse enquiriesnumeracy skills with experience managing expenditure, reconciliations and invoice paymentsability to work effectively with a diverse client group, including sensitivity to the needs of students with disabilityexperience using practice management or records/appointment management systemsrelevant qualifications such as Certificate IV in Business Administration, or equivalent experience.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaYou 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 and declarationsYour employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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.This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.EEO statementAt 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 LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .How to applyApplications (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 Tooba Fida Recruitment Operations by email to View email address on click.appcast.io. The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.Applications CloseSunday 21 June 2026 11:59 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Sydney