Development Officer at University of Queensland

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

93121.41

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project management, Administrative support, Stakeholder liaison, Data management, Financial administration, Planning and delivery, Monitoring and evaluation, Documentation coordination, Internal communications, Microsoft Office suite, Organizational skills, Planning skills, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Service mindset

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Global Partnerships Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years Base salary will be in the range $83,776.44 – $93,121.41 + 17% super (HEW Level 5) Based at our St Lucia location About This Opportunity As a Development Officer, you will play a purposeful role in supporting the delivery of externally funded international development projects within UQ International Development (UQID), a key unit of Global Partnerships in the Global Engagement Portfolio. Working in a collaborative, globally connected environment, you will provide high-level project and administrative support that enables UQ to partner effectively with governments, organisations and communities across the Indo‑Pacific and beyond, contributing to meaningful and sustainable development outcomes. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the full project lifecycle, including planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure successful project outcomes. Coordinating project documentation and agreements in line with UQID standards and head contract requirements. Organising and supporting project-related activities, events, consultations and meetings, including logistics, reporting and internal communications. Providing comprehensive project and office administration, including data management, financial administration support and stakeholder liaison. About You You are an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and brings a strong service mindset to your work. You will also demonstrate: A degree or diploma in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training. Well-developed organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines with minimal supervision. High attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to follow policies and procedures while exercising initiative. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds. Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining accountability for individual responsibilities. Experience working in a project-based or administrative support role, ideally within a complex organisation. High-level proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, with experience using project management and information systems considered an advantage. Knowledge of the higher education sector and/or international development is desirable. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. Interested? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Margot ten Have via m.tenhave@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Other Information Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. Applications close Friday 15 May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R‑64322). The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The Development Officer provides high-level project and administrative support for externally funded international development projects. Responsibilities include managing the project lifecycle, coordinating documentation, and facilitating stakeholder engagement across the Indo-Pacific region.