Casual Administrative Officer

Part-time (60%), fixed-term (1 September – 31 January 2010) position in the Faculty of Education.


The Faculty of Education invites expressions of interest from an experienced administrator to perform administrative duties associated with research students.
Your responsibilities will include:


* Administration of processes for all students undertaking research degrees, including admission procedures, enrolments, induction programs, monitoring progress and graduations
* Working closely with the relevant staff to ensure congruence in delivery of research course administration
* Provision of high level of administrative support and advice to research students
* Advising students and staff on matters relating to admission, candidature, research scholarships, grants and fellowship schemes
* Managing and maintaining information (files and records)
* Managing the Academic Progress process for research students
* Assisting with handbook collation and seminar bookings


You will have:


* Advanced information technology and multimedia skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Well developed written and verbal communications skills, with a commitment to the provision of quality customer service
* Proven advanced organisational skills, which demonstrate flexibility, a capacity to prioritise work tasks and complete requirements in a timely fashion
* Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Ability to show initiative and to devise new approaches to tasks
* An associate diploma or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience


Please note that a basic understanding of financial reporting and accounts in a university environment will be highly regarded.

Closing date: Close of Business, Friday, 21 August 2009

* Reference Number: Part-time (60%), fixed-term
* Campus: Melbourne (Bundoora)
* Closing Date: Friday, 21 August 2009

Applicants must obtain details on how to apply by downloading the Position Description La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.