• Classification: ANU Officer Grade 5 (Administration)
• Salary package: $68,704 - $75,109 per annum plus 17% superannuation
• Term: Full time or part time with flexible working arrangements considered, fixed term appointment of 3 years;
• Work at Australia's National University in the Crawford School of Public Policy
• A diverse role working in a dynamic team
• Great opportunity to work in the global development and aid sector

Position overview

The ANU College of Asia and the Pacific (CAP) leads intellectual engagement with the Asia-Pacific region through research, teaching and contributions to public debate, and seeks to set the international standard for scholarship concerning the region. 

The Crawford School of Public Policy is one of four Schools within CAP and one of the world’s leading public policy schools. The Development Policy Centre is a research centre within Crawford School with a focus on aid effectiveness, the Pacific and Papua New Guinea, and development policy more broadly.

An exciting opportunity exists for a professional and highly motivated Program Officer to assist the Development Policy Centre with events, communications and administration. This position is responsible for a wide range of administrative tasks, including marketing, events management, diary management, travel coordination, financial administration, and website management. 

You will be working in a collaborative and fast paced environment where your effective and efficient administrative skills along with flexibility in your approach to work and attention to detail will ensure a smooth running of the Centre. Effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders is required and your strong verbal and written communication skills will see you succeed in this position. 

The initial appointment is for 3 years with the possibility of extension. Flexible working arrangements will be considered and part-time/job share applications accepted. Please indicate in your application if you are applying on this basis.

A full position description is attached below.