Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
The Student Experience and Employability portfolio is dedicated to delivering Griffith University’s Purpose-Driven, Career-Ready Program. This work brings together a range of initiatives designed to enhance the student experience and embed career readiness more deeply across the University.
Through collaboration, innovation, and connection, the portfolio plays a key role in helping students feel supported, engaged, and prepared for life beyond university.
Job DescriptionAs the Administration Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the Dean, Student Experience and Employability, as well as the broader portfolio. This is a varied and rewarding position where you will help bring people, projects, and priorities together in a coordinated and efficient way.
You will contribute to a welcoming, well-organised, and responsive environment, supporting the delivery of initiatives, events, and activities that enhance both the student and staff experience.
Working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders, you will be a key point of coordination and support, helping ensure the smooth delivery of portfolio priorities.
You will:
- Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Dean and portfolio team
- Coordinate meetings, schedules, correspondence, and general administrative functions
- Support the planning and delivery of events, projects, and student-focused initiatives
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and professional communication
- Assist with preparing documents, reports, presentations, and briefing materials
- Support the coordination of portfolio priorities and contribute to smooth day-to-day operations
- Maintain accurate records, systems, and documentation in line with University processes
- Work collaboratively with team members across the portfolio and wider University community
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and service-oriented team culture
- Support continuous improvement of administrative processes and practices
About you
You are an organised and approachable professional who enjoys supporting busy teams and making things run smoothly behind the scenes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift, and you take pride in delivering high-quality administrative support with accuracy and care.
You bring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset, along with a genuine interest in contributing to a positive student and staff experience.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in providing administrative support in a busy office or higher education environment
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and accuracy
- Confidence using a range of systems, tools, and Microsoft Office applications
- A collaborative, customer-focused approach and the ability to build positive working relationships
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and contribute to team success
What we can offer
This is a full-time continuing position based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
HEW Level 5 salary range $82,415 - $92,456 per annum + 17% superannuation.
Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Opportunities for internal mobility
How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
Closing date: 11:59pm Tuesday 2 June 2026. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
