- HEO 6 | Full‑time, Fixed‑term
- Office of the Provost – Partnerships
- Location: Melbourne (Bundoora)
About the position
La Trobe University is seeking a Projects & Communications Support Officer to support the delivery of strategic partnership and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) initiatives across the University.
Working within the Office of the Provost, this role provides high‑quality project coordination, communications and administrative support across multiple time‑bound initiatives, including establishment activities for the Health Professionals Clinical Education Unit (HPCEU).
Reporting to the Director, Partnerships Ecosystem & Operations, you will play a key enabling role in ensuring project activities are well organised, clearly communicated and effectively supported.
Key responsibilities
- Provide high‑level project and administrative support across concurrent initiatives
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, events and governance activities
- Prepare agendas, minutes, briefs, reports and project documentation
- Develop and maintain clear, accurate communications, including intranet and web content
- Manage shared inboxes and stakeholder enquiries
- Maintain organised records in line with University requirements
About you
You will bring:
- Experience providing project and administrative support in a complex organisation
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Well‑developed written communication skills, including digital content
- Confidence working with Microsoft 365 and content management systems
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
A relevant degree and subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, is required.
Additional information for internal applicants
This position is open to internal candidates by secondment, subject to business approval and in line with University secondment arrangements. Secondments offer an opportunity to contribute to strategic University initiatives while building project and portfolio‑level experience.
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Tuesday the 21st of July 2026.
Position Enquiries: Jacquie Burnheim, Director, Partnerships Ecosystem and Ops
Email: J.Burnheim@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email M.Parker@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD HEO6 - Projects & Communications Support Officer (2).docx
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- An up to date resume and;
- A Cover letter,
- A separate document addressing each point of the Skills and knowledge required for the position located in the PD
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 future
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.
La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse, or threats based on gender that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation of liberty or autonomy.
