Senior Administration Officer, Faculty of Education, Philosophy & Theology
Senior Administration Officer, Faculty of Education, Philosophy & Theology
Fremantle or Sydney Campus
Full-time opportunity, Continuing contract
Deliver comprehensive administrative support in a collaborative academic environment, facilitating smooth operations and effective coordination among stakeholders.
Be part of a welcoming community of professionals, academics and students.
$90,660(level 5) + 15% superannuation (NSW)
About the university
We believe in the power of education to transform lives, strengthen communities and help people become the best version of themselves. The University of Notre Dame Australia is a modern, national Catholic university that serves more than 12,000 students across its campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney.
With a community of over 1,000 academic and professional staff, Notre Dame is recognised for its personalised learning environment, strong graduate outcomes and holistic educational philosophy rooted in critical thinking, ethics and the Catholic intellectual tradition.
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Education, Philosophy & Theology includes two National Schools, the National School of Education and the National School of Philosophy and Theology. The National Schools are based at two distinct campuses in Fremantle and Sydney. The School of Education aims to develop passionate, profession-ready teachers who are highly valued in a range of settings. The School of Philosophy & Theology offers programs that explore the Catholic intellectual tradition, but also encourage students to consider and question the fundamental assumptions we make about life itself. A key component of this commitment is the University's Core Curriculum, which brings students from all schools together to explore the concepts of ethics, philosophy and theology.
About the role
The Senior Administration Officer is responsible for a range of administrative tasks to support the efficient management and smooth operation of the Faculty of Education, Philosophy & Theology. The position reports to the Faculty Manager.
Key Responsibilities




Deliver high-level administrative support aligned to the faculty's strategic and operational priorities.
Coordinate internal and external processes, including effective record management and maintenance of Faculty registers.
Support academic governance processes in collaboration with the Faculty Manager and Curriculum Manager.
Manage detailed administrative tasks such as data entry, spreadsheet maintenance, correspondence, and preparing reports and meeting minutes.
Apply policies and procedures to prioritise work effectively and resolve issues within the scope of responsibility.
Contribute as an active team member and provide high-quality customer service to both external partners and University stakeholders.
Qualifications, skills & experience
Degree qualification with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated administrative experience in a fast-paced workplace, with higher education experience highly regarded.
Proven ability to deliver academic processes with high quality customers service, supported by knowledge of academic and administrative policies and the capability to interpret and apply them effectively.
Proven commitment to delivering high-quality customer service, supported by strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Intermediate/ advanced skills across the MS Office Suite (particularly Excel, MS Word, SharePoint) and student administration systems with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
Solid organisational, time management, and attention to detail skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth.




Generous training and development opportunities.
Friendly and cooperative working environment.
How to apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications closing date: 14 August ****
Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
The University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive working and learning environment.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a self-declaration regarding Gender-Based Violence (as required by the National Code) as part of the pre-employment process. For more information on this please refer to our website.
The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff
Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.
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The University of Notre Dame Australia is a distinctive national Catholic university that hosts more than 11,000 students across its Campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney. The University employs staff for a range of academic, administrative and student support purposes. Notre Dame aims to employ outstanding people who will proudly support the University's Objects and contribute positively to the Notre Dame community.
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a distinctive national Catholic university that hosts more than 11,000 students across its Campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney. The University employs staff for a range of academic, administrative and student support purposes. Notre Dame aims to employ outstanding people who will proudly support the University's Objects and contribute positively to the Notre Dame community.
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📌 Senior Administration Officer, Faculty Of Education, Philosophy & Theology (Western Australia)
🏢 The University Of Notre Dame
📍 Western Australia