" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAdministrative Officer - Quality Work in Digital Age\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27663\"\u003e Faculty of Business \u0026amp; Law \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27665\"\u003e Perth, Western Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"27666\"\u003e Contract Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 4/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFixed-term Full-Time Ending 9th December 2029, Perth City Campus\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerous Leave Entitlements + 17% super contributions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRanked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReference: 1699985\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Administrative Officer provides day-to-day administrative support to ensure all services are provided efficiently to meet the operating needs of the Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Quality Work in a Digital Age (QWiDA). The role has particular responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance of QWiDA\u0026rsquo;s central operational database(s), which the Centre relies on to record, track and report on its activities across eight university nodes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As a member of the QWiDA Operations Team, the Administrative Officer will work closely with node administrators and professional staff across Curtin and the Centre\u0026rsquo;s university nodes, helping to maintain consistent record-keeping and administrative practice across the Centre\u0026rsquo;s national network. You will be the main point of contact for node administrators on the collection of KPI and financial data, so accuracy, follow-through and attention to detail are essential.\u003cbr\u003e As a foundational appointment in the Centre\u0026rsquo;s first year, this role offers the chance to help shape how data is collected and reported across a multi-institution network.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour responsibilities will include:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct as the main point of contact for node administrators for the collection of KPI and financial data, coordinating timelines, following up outstanding returns and maintaining a clear record of what has been received.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain the accuracy, completeness and currency of records held in QWiDA\u0026rsquo;s central database, including data entry, data cleansing and routine quality checks. Escalate complex data discrepancies as required and maintain up-to-date key performance indicator (KPI) records to support Centre, Executive and ARC reporting requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively with administrative staff across QWiDA\u0026rsquo;s university nodes to share information, follow consistent administrative practice and facilitate administrative efficiency.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide financial administration support, including raising purchase orders, processing invoices, reconciling credit card expenditure and processing reimbursements in line with university procedures and financial delegations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the administration of internal funding schemes, including collating applications, tracking progress and processing payments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the administration of recruitment, onboarding and induction processes for Centre staff, students and postdoctoral researchers, including the maintenance of associated records.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport Centre events, workshops, meetings and visitors, including venue and catering bookings, event advertising, registrations, visitor arrangements, on-the-day logistics and post-event attendee reporting, and assist with website updates and event promotion.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther duties as directed, consistent with the classification level of the role.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWho we are looking for:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience maintaining data within databases or similar business systems, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. You will have a demonstrated ability to collate information from multiple people or organisations and follow up to meet reporting deadlines, along with sound financial administration practices and well-developed communication skills for working with diverse groups across different institutions. You will hold a relevant certificate or diploma-level qualification, or have an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training. Experience in the following areas will be highly regarded:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working in a university, research institute or multi-institutional research centre environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience using a low-code database or CRM platform\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience supporting research student or research administration processes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience in event planning, management and delivery\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour New Team - ARC Centre of Excellence for Quality Work in a Digital Age:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Despite growing investment in digital transformation, the potential of technology to improve the quality of work has not been fully realised. The Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Quality Work in a Digital Age (QWiDA) aims to address this challenge by bringing together leading researchers alongside industry and government partners from institutions across Australia and the globe to explore how new technologies can be integrated responsibly to create and sustain productive, inclusive and healthy work.\u003cbr\u003e The Centre brings together diverse experts from social and technical disciplines across three interlinked research streams: Augmented Working, Networked Workplaces and Future-Ready Workforce. To learn more about QWiDA, please visit qwida.org.au\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRole Requirements: \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eAs this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuccessful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin\u0026rsquo;s satisfaction.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ol\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Curtin University\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Offer You:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Fixed Term G05 level role attracts a remuneration of $85,781 - $93,836 + 17% superannuation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on our Perth city campus Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin Us!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp-to-date Resume\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position \u0026ndash; \u003cstrong\u003e2 \u0026ndash; 3 Pages Max\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eApplications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplications close: 8pm (AWST) Sunday 15th of November 2026.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eCurtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"923167\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "