• Part time, FTE 0.8
• 2 Year fixed term contract

ABOUT US

• Based on the University of Melbourne's beautiful Parkville campus, close to public transport, parks and amenities
• Excellent opportunity for professional to work on part time fixed contract
• Flexible and inclusive workplace, committed to progressive values and life balance

About GSA

The University of Melbourne Graduate Student Association (GSA) is the independent representative organisation for all graduate coursework and research students at the University of Melbourne. GSA is led by an elected Council of 15 graduate students, and on behalf of over 30,000 constituents represents graduate student interests to the University and wider community, provides facilities and services, delivers events and activities to promote graduate student community and academic excellence, and supports 149 affiliated graduate student groups.

As the largest dedicated postgraduate association in Australia, GSA’s vision is for cohesive communities that actively empower graduate students to achieve meaningful holistic outcomes and experiences. Our mission is to enable and build these communities through proactive, responsible representation and advocacy; purposeful, impactful services and support; and strong partnerships with the University of Melbourne and relevant stakeholders and agencies.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The objective of this position is to provide high level executive administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) through the adoption of best practice meeting management and administrative workflows within GSA and in collaboration with the GSA Board and other GSA managers.

The role is a fixed-term part-time (0.8FTE) 2 year contract.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential Criteria

• High level administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines under pressure while ensuring accuracy and quality.
• High level communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and apply strong initiative and personal judgment to solving problems with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy, the ability to maintain confidentiality and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people on complex and sensitive issues.
• A demonstrated commitment to the highest levels of service.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in business administration or equivalent experience.

Desirable

Demonstrated knowledge or capacity to quickly acquire skills in Microsoft suite applications, including but not limited to Word, Outlook and Excel.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER

• A competitive salary and benefits, including generous leave entitlements
• Opportunities for career progression, and comprehensive professional development
• The chance to work in a supportive environment

A position description is attached.