Expression of Interest - UQ Temps Administration Opportunities

• Managing calendars, coordinating meetings and arranging travel

• Supporting committees and meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking

• Maintaining administrative systems and managing competing priorities

• Conducting research and data analysis to support projects and reporting

• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner

• Assisting with website updates and development using Drupal (for relevant roles)

We are looking for adaptable and motivated professionals who bring:

• Demonstrated experience in administration, business support or executive assistance

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills

• High levels of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities

• A proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

• Flexibility and a willingness to support a range of teams and functions

• A sound understanding of administrative systems and processes

• Experience with Drupal or web development (for web-focused opportunities)

As part of the UQ community, you’ll 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.

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

• Access to exclusive internal opportunities

• Ability to quickly build organisational knowledge

• UQ benefits such as vaccination programs, EAP, fitness passport, and more

• Networking opportunities

For more information about this opportunity and application queries, please contact uqtemps@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line.  

For more information about UQ Temps, please visit UQ Temps - Candidates.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section, including preferred working location and role.  

• Resume 

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box labelled ‘resume’, which is step one of the application form.

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.