Job Description

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 5 $86,744 - $97,290 + 17% Superannuation

Why join Deakin?

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job, we offer a career with purpose, flexibility and opportunity.

Enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• 17% employer superannuation
• Generous leave provisions, including the option to purchase additional leave
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing programs and services
• Staff discounts on travel, fitness and more
• Access to on-campus facilities including childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafés and convenient parking

Be part of an inclusive and supportive community where your contribution is valued and your career can flourish.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the success of the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences within one of Australia's leading universities.

As the School Administration Officer, you will provide high-quality administrative support and services to academic and professional staff across 2 campuses, helping to ensure the smooth operation of teaching, research and engagement activities across the School. Working as part of a collaborative administrative support team, you will coordinate a range of processes and services, provide advice to stakeholders, and contribute to the delivery of efficient, consistent and customer-focused support.

You will work closely with academic staff, professional staff and students, while building productive relationships across the University to support school priorities and operational outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Provide high-quality administrative advice and support to academic and professional staff across a range of school activities including engagement events, committee support, academic and operational administrative activities.
• Coordinate and deliver administrative processes in accordance with University policies, procedures and service standards.
• Build strong relationships with staff, students and stakeholders, delivering responsive and customer-focused support.
• Manage competing priorities, resolve issues and contribute to the successful delivery of operational outcomes.
• Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems and practices that enhance efficiency and service delivery.
  
  

About you:

We're looking for a proactive and organised administrator who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering excellent service and support.

You will bring:

• Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent administrative experience in a large and complex organisation.
• Experience providing high-quality administrative support and coordinating multiple activities and priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships.
• Well-developed organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful contribution, support academic excellence and work with a passionate and engaged team, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Elissa Turnbull, School Manager, Faculty Services via elissa.turnbull@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

School Administration Officer - HEW 5.pdf

Applications for this position close on Thursday 20th August 2026.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked 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 the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.