Administration Officer (Program Support)
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21 hours ago
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Job Summary
- Be part of a purpose-driven team supporting research that improves health outcomes while contributing to the smooth delivery of impactful community and consumer involvement initiatives.
- Develop and apply your organisational and coordination skills across a diverse range of projects events and stakeholders within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Part-time (0.2 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 31 December 2026 with the possibility to extend.
- Base salary range: $83212 $92231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The WA Health Translation Network (WAHTN) works with the Universities Medical Research Institutes the State Government Health Service Boards the Private Hospital sector and the consumer and community sector in WA to drive local national and international collaborations to build capacity in key areas of health and medical research. WAHTN is an accredited National Health and Medical Research Council Research Translation Centre and member of the Australian Health Research Alliance.
The Consumer and Community Involvement Program (CCI Program) is a key enabling platform of WAHTN that supports the health and innovation sector to ensure community and consumers are involved in research.
The CCI Programs vision is improving lives by ensuring the communitys voice is heard and understood in informing health research; and CCI Programs mission is enabling consumer and community involvement in health research by supporting and connecting community with researchers partners and policy makers.
The UWA provides HR and financial support to the WAHTN in its role as Centre Agent for the Partners.
The WAHTN Offices are located in the Harry Perkins Institute North Building on the QEII Campus.
About the opportunity
- Support the CCI Coordinators in a range of administrative functions including; typing up reports and all correspondence; development of systems processes; and organising travel
- Contribute to the coordination of a range of initiatives and projects associated with the CCI Program and ensure all required action is taken
- Work closely with CCI Program staff and administrative team members to ensure office systems procedures and CRM are maintained and new policies and procedures are implemented as appropriate
- Support the CCI Program team with community activities and events including administration facilitation and honorarium payments.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
- Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with senior level stakeholders and community members
- Highly developed organisational skills with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience in coordinating and/or facilitating community events and meetings
- Ability to work independently show initiative and work productively as part of a team
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.
Position description: PD - Administration Officer (Program Support) (522924).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Caroline Jones Senior CCI Coordinator CCI Program:
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 31 March 2026
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Public Health
- Program Management
- ICD Coding
- Military Experience
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- Security
- Economic Development
- Counterintelligence
- Program Design
- Program Development
- Writing Skills
About Company
UWA is a world top 100 university, ranked first in Western Australia for graduate employability. We encourage our students, staff and alumni to become passionate, intelligent and resourceful leaders who drive innovation and change.
