Project Officer at Flinders University

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

98398.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Coordination, Administration, Communication Skills, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Skills, Detail-Oriented, Project Management Tools, Agile Methodologies

Industry

Research Services

Description

Position Details X1 Full-Time Position | Fixed Term (December 2026) X1 Part-Time Position 0.5 FTE | Fixed Term (December 2026) Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $92,287 - $98,398 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role As Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of quality enhancement projects that improve student outcomes. You will coordinate project activities, monitor timelines, and ensure deliverables are met. Your responsibilities include preparing reports, documenting business requirements, and creating visual materials to communicate progress. Working under general direction, you will liaise with stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain momentum across multiple initiatives. About You You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with experience in project coordination or administration. You thrive in dynamic environments and can manage competing priorities effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies will be an advantage. To learn more about the role and responsibilities, please view the Position Description About the Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio The Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, led by the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Quality and Enhancement), is responsible for key functions that support the University’s academic standards and student experience. These include Curriculum Services, Student Policy and Integrity Services, Academic Quality, Compliance and Risk and Strategic Projects. Within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio, the Strategic Projects team plays a vital role in supporting strategic and operational priorities across student-related and academic services. This work underpins the University’s values and ethos, strengthens our impact and engagement, and supports our vision to be internationally recognised as a world leader in research, an innovator in contemporary education, and the home of Australia’s most enterprising graduates. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options. Flexible working arrangements. Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative. Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers. We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 2 pages, which addresses the 4 Position Capabilities of the position description Familiarity with Agile or other continuous delivery approaches to project management and/or other iterative design-driven methodology. Experience in developing project documentation in a variety of formats for use by the project team, decision makers and end users, representing a range of academic, professional staff and student perspectives. Well-developed communication skills with the ability to design and present clear and concise summaries of complex information, including the visualisation of data. Demonstrated ability to adapt process, methods and requirements to meet strict and sometimes conflicting deadlines. For more information regarding this position, please contact Michelle Berrigan. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 17 Feb 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless. Flinders University is a globally focused, locally engaged institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. Students are at the heart of Flinders – we’re focused on supporting their exceptional learning experience and equipping them with the skills to succeed in life beyond study. Our touchstone is that university life is enjoyable and enriching for all students, and our campuses are energising places for our staff.

Responsibilities

As Project Officer, you will support the delivery of quality enhancement projects aimed at improving student outcomes. Your role includes coordinating project activities, monitoring timelines, and preparing reports.