12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Opportunity

Join ACER and support the delivery of high-stakes assessment programs used by universities, professional bodies and industry organisations across Australia and internationally.

As a Project Officer, you will provide administrative and operational support across a range of projects, working closely with project teams to coordinate activities, maintain data and systems, respond to stakeholder enquiries, and help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.

About Us The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) is one of the world's leading independent educational research organisations. For almost 100 years, ACER has been committed to creating and promoting research-based knowledge, products and services that can be used to improve learning across the lifespan.

Within ACER, the Tertiary and Industry Tools (TaIT) division develops and delivers high-stakes entrance, selection and accreditation assessments for universities, skilled bodies, industry associations and government agencies across Australia and internationally.

About You

You are highly organised, adaptable and detail-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working collaboratively and are confident using technology and administrative systems.

Key requirements include

- Strong administrative and organisational skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- High attention to detail and accuracy

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook





- Experience working in a customer service, project support or administrative role

Experience in education, assessment, client services, Zendesk, SharePoint or database administration will be highly regarded.

Why Join ACER?

- Contribute to projects that make a real impact on education and professional accreditation

- Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment

- Gain exposure to a diverse range of projects across multiple portfolios

- 12-month fixed-term opportunity

Recruitment Process

Applicants shortlisted for interview will be required to complete a practical Microsoft Excel assessment on site as part of the selection process to demonstrate their data management and spreadsheet capabilities.

Applications close: 20 November 2026

For further information and to apply, visit: www.acer.org/careers

Our commitment to equity, diversity, access and inclusion

ACER is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to actively fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, cultural and faith background, sexual orientation, disability and/or age. ACER welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

ACER encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

ACER is committed to supporting candidates with disability through provision of adjustments during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment. To request or discuss adjustment requirements, please contact: p&*@acer.org

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