- Part-time .8 FTE
- Fixed-term contract until 12th of October, 2026
- Located at the La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
- HEO7
- Base salary from $106,472 per annum (pro rata .8) + 17% Superannuation
About the position
The position is responsible for overseeing the overall operational management of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS), with a focus on administration, policies and procedures, communications, publications and public profile. ARCSHS is a leading research and knowledge translation centre, with close to 50 academic and professional staff, as well as 25 HDR candidates. It sits within the School of Psychology and Public Health.
The Senior Operations Coordinator will lead the Centre’s administration and operations team and work collaboratively and collegially with senior staff within the Centre. For workload planning and operational delivery, the role reports to the Centre Director. Line management, mentoring and professional development support are provided by the SPPH School Manager.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- An undergraduate degree in any area relevant to the position with at least 4 years subsequent experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
- Experience in staff supervision, and in leading teams delivering high-quality administrative and operational functions
- Demonstrated high-level written communication skills, including compiling information from multiple sources, and attention to detail
- Proven ability in project management, from planning to implementation and review, and ability to deliver results under direction
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position Description
PD - HEO7 Senior Operations Coordinator ARCSHS.docx
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Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.
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How to apply
Closing date: Thursday the 2nd of April 2026
Position Enquiries: Danielle Hearn, Senior Manager, Office Of Psychology & Public Health
Email: d.hearn@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email: m.parker@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position;
- An up to date resume; and
- A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria located under the “Essential Criteria Skills and knowledge required for the position” in the PD.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
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