Executive Assistant to the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Industry and Engagement at University of Wollongong

Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

94998.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High-level Executive Support, Office Management, Administrative Coordination, Complex Scheduling, Communication Management, Handling Confidential Matters, Committee Support, Event Coordination, Policy Development, Process Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Proactive Administration, Knowledge Exchange, Research Translation, Entrepreneurship Support

Industry

Writing and Editing

Description

Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment Level 5: $84,002 - $94,998 + 17% Superannuation The Research Partnerships and Innovation Division (RaID) plays a central role in advancing the University of Wollongong’s research excellence and impact. Reporting to the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Industry and Engagement), the Division works collaboratively across faculties, research institutes and strategic partners to foster a vibrant research ecosystem that champions knowledge exchange, translation, entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary collaboration. Guided by the ENRICH values and a commitment to the Hong Kong Principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, RaID is a purpose-driven team dedicated to creating knowledge for a better world and delivering meaningful outcomes for communities, industry and the environment. The Executive Assistant to the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Industry and Engagement) provides high-level executive support and office management within a dynamic and fast-paced portfolio. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective operation of the Office of the PVC I&E, offering sophisticated administrative coordination, managing complex schedules and communications, and handling sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion. The position also supports the iAccelerate team and the Innovation and Commercial Research Unit, contributing to a broad range of activities including committee support, event coordination, policy and process development, and stakeholder engagement. This is an opportunity for an experienced and proactive administrator to play a key role in enabling UOW’s research and innovation ambitions. How to Apply Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom of the advertisement. You’ll be prompted to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description. For further information about this position, please contact Jo O’Brien, Senior Executive Assistant on + 61 2 4221 3933. Position Description Closing Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026, 11:55 PM As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation. The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply. This position is subject to a National Criminal Check. A National Security Clearance issued by AGSVA may be required to be obtained and maintained in due course.

Responsibilities

This role provides high-level executive support and office management for the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Industry and Engagement), ensuring the effective operation of the office through sophisticated administrative coordination and management of complex schedules and communications. The position also supports various units by contributing to committee support, event coordination, policy/process development, and stakeholder engagement.