Program Coordinator – The Kirby Institute

- Employment Type: Part-time (14 hours a week)
- Remuneration: $92,265 base pro‑rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

About The Kirby Institute

The Kirby Institute is a world‑leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney, focused on eliminating infectious diseases globally and developing health solutions for at‑risk communities.

Details of the role

The Program Coordinator provides effective day‑to‑day administrative support within the Kirby Institute to ensure all services are delivered efficiently for the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program and supports the H2Seq genomics in public health research project.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading health research environment by providing high‑level administrative and project support across a energetic research program. Working closely with researchers, project leads and stakeholders, the Coordinator will coordinate meetings and events, manage financial and administrative processes, maintain systems and records, and support project delivery.

The role reports to the Head of the Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities and Requirements

- At least two years relevant experience gained through education, training or employment.
- Advanced time‑management, organisational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.




- Well‑developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective support to colleagues or clients at all levels.
- Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with financial reconciliation, purchase tracking and associated software packages such as Concur.
- Ability to make sound judgements and work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.

Pre‑Employment Checks

As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre‑employment screening, including reference checks, qualification verification, right‑to‑work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant.

Compliance with the necessary checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

UNSW Benefits and Culture

- 17% Superannuation and leave loading.
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period.
- Access to lifelong learning and career development.
- Progressive HR practices.

EEO Statement

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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