Planning & Operations Administrative Officer
Job Summary
Overview:
Full-timeContinuing position
Salary Level HEW5 17% Superannuation
Based at theMelbourne CBDcampusbut may be required to work and/or be basedatother campuses of the University
RMIT University is a global leader in technologydesignand enterpriseandwerelooking for a motivated and organisedPlanning & Operations Administrative Officerto join our School of Architecture and Urban Design.
If you excel at keeping things running smoothly enjoy supporting others and thrive in a collaborative environment this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to aworld leadingdesign school.
About the role
In thisservice-orientedrole you will provide reliable administrativelogisticaland operational support that keeps theSchoolfunctioning at its best. From coordinating meetings and events tomaintainingrecords and systems to supporting procurement and travel processes your work will help ensure an efficientresponsiveand inclusive environment for staffstudentsand visitors.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety is proactivedetail focusedand bringsstrong communicationand organisational skills to their daily work.
To be successful in this position youwillhave:
Demonstrated experience providing dependable administrative and operational support across routine well-defined tasks with strongorganisationalskills attention todetailand the ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong communicationand interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly build positive working relationships and engage authentically and inclusively with colleaguesstudentsand stakeholders.
Understanding ofstakeholder needs and operational environments displaying an awareness of the work context stakeholder expectations andorganisationalpriorities with the ability to apply established procedures accurately and consistently. (Know)
Demonstrated ability to follow established administrativefinancialand operational processesapplyingUniversity and other relevant policies and procedures accurately. Able torecogniseissues outside standard practice and escalate appropriately ensuring consistent and compliantoutcomes.
Competence in using office systems data entry tools finance/procurement platforms shareddrivesand content management systems with a commitment tomaintainingdata accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to produce clearaccurateandwell structuredwritten materials tailored to different audiences with strong attention to detail and inclusive communication.Able to draw onunderstanding ofprocesses andstakeholder needsto prepare effective documents and consistently deliverhigh qualityoutputs within requiredtimeframes.
A qualification in Businessand experience in communications is highly desirable.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About theCollege
RMITs College of Design & Social Context brings together creative and practical study in the fields of designtechnologyand society. Comprised of nine schools the College encompasses a wide variety of disciplines of the built environment education media & communication global & social studies and across all fields of art and design.
RMITs School of Architecture and Urban Design is an acknowledged world leader in architecture interior design landscapearchitectureand urban design education. TheSchoolfocusses on ideas-led venturous design exploration that aspires to contribute to the future of our disciplines and an increasingly complex world.
The school is primarily focused on design with an international reputation for design excellence. We focus on research through design practice which is at thecentreof our activities. As a multidisciplinary design school the School of Architecture and Urban Design understands design practice as an agent of change. We engage in design through the lens of venturous practice social change and emergent technologies. We are industry-engaged practice-led and through project-based learning create readiness for work and best practice industry engagement. OurSchoolaims to address compelling contemporary issues including climate changeglobalisation and rapidurbanisation in ways that help drive change through design.
RMIT is ranked #1 in Australia and #151 in the world for Architecture / Built Environment (2026QS Rankings). Placing the School of Architecture & Urban Design in the top echelon of the worlds leading Architecture and Built Environment schools.
TheSchoolis leading the establishment of international excellence in research which is aligned to and working with RMITs global network of partnerships industries and cities another of the Universitys key strategic aims. It is recognized as the world leader in Design Practice Research with distinguished practitioner PhD cohorts geographically clustered around activities in MelbourneBarcelonaand Ho Chi Minh City.
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Position Description - Planning & Operations Administrative Officer
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14 Apr 2026 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.
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