Business Administration Trainee (Identified)

About this Opportunity

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The aim of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment and Career Development Strategy is to address the under-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across all CQUniversity campuses.  The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). This position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

• Fixed Term (12 months), Full Time (Monday to Friday – 36.25 hours per week)
• CQUniversity Rockhampton 
• School of Education and the Arts
• Traineeship Rates Apply (Miscellaneous Award 2020)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

At CQUniversity Australia, we have a strong commitment to inclusiveness, engagement and becoming an employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

CQUniversity is seeking an aspiring and enthusiastic individual to provide administration assistance while undertaking a Business Administration Traineeship, studying towards a Certificate III in Business Administration over a one-year duration.

As a Business Administration Trainee, you will undertake a range of administrative functions within the School of Education and the Arts to ensure the operational activities within the school run smoothly and effectively. 

Your positive attitude, willingness to learn and strong customer focus will ensure you are successful in securing one of these exciting opportunities. Our CQU team is dynamic, diverse, and Deadly! Take the first step towards building your administration career and apply today. 

Benefits of working at CQUniversity

• Supportive work environment with on-the-job training and mentoring.
• Flexible work/life balance.
• Cultural and religious leave. 
• 17% superannuation.
• 6 weeks annual leave, 5 days paid carers leave.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Position Requirements

• Interest in business administration in the higher education sector.
• Ability to commit to the completion of required study and work simultaneously.
• Willingness to take on tasks as directed by supervisors.
• Basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Passion for providing quality customer service.

Traineeship Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for a Business Administration Traineeship with CQUniversity, you must:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. 
• Not hold or be currently enrolled in a Certificate III level or higher qualification in any field. Qualifications up to Certificate III level commenced/completed whilst at school are excluded and do not affect eligibility.
• Have the ability to work in Australia.

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, Monday, 16 September 2024

Job Requisition ID: 4994

Contact Details: 

Samara Burchard

(07) 4920 2394

s.burchard@cqu.edu.au

Recruitment Process Details

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation to participate in an interview.  

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