Administration and Finance Officer

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 30.06.2027), Full-Time
• Office of Capricornia SPSP
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $88,138 to $93,095 pa (including salary of $74,478 to $78,667 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join the Stronger Places, Stronger People (SPSP) initiative and play a vital role in transforming communities across the Capricornia Region.

Working at CQUniversity

As the Administration and Finance Officer, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations on track and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day activities. From managing financial tasks and procurement to coordinating meetings and supporting leadership, your work will underpin the success of a busy, community-focused team.

As the first point of contact, you’ll respond to stakeholder enquiries with professionalism and efficiency, while also providing high-level executive support to the Executive Director and SPSP team – managing travel bookings, diary coordination, and secretariat duties for meetings and working groups. You will also assist with planning and delivering events and projects, and maintain operational documentation such as action plans, contracts, and registers.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in administrative support, executive assistance, financial coordination, and/or stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to work independently.
• Hold a C Class driver’s licence, be willing to travel, and open to working outside standard business hours for events.
• Be eligible to obtain or currently hold a valid Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm,  Sunday, 23 November 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6640

Contact Details: 

Petrina Murphy

0409 294 788

p.murphy@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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