Position Details
Fixed Term until December 2026 | Full-Time
Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $82,657 - $91,222 p.a.
Location: Arrernte - Alice Springs
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Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT
At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT, our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research, education, and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students, community, and stakeholders to provide critical programs, such as the Northern Territory Medical Program, Paramedicine, Rural Clinical School, and the University Department of Rural Health.
Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program), provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training, and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes. We work alongside Poche SA+NT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long-term and short-term needs of the NT community.
About the Role
Under general direction, the Student Support Administrative Officer is responsible for coordinating the delivery of the teaching program for Year 3 Northern Territory Medical program students and clinical placements for medical students from Flinders University and other partner universities within the Northern Territory. This role involves providing informed advice and support to students, academic staff, and professional colleagues, requiring a strong understanding of course structures and assessment requirements. As a key member of a small administrative team, you will work collaboratively to ensure high-quality, consistent administrative support and service delivery across the NT.
About You
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
A diploma qualification with at least two years’ relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, use initiative, and meet competing deadlines.
Proven ability to manage complex timetables involving multiple stakeholders and locations.
Experience in tertiary education administration, particularly in student support and in rural or remote learning contexts.
A current and valid driver’s licence.
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
Wide range of professional development activities and services
We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
6 weeks annual leave
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.
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.
Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Northern Territory Government legislation (the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007) now requires all individuals in child related employment or whose duties involve, or are likely to involve, contact with a child, to hold a valid 'Working with Children Clearance' (Ochre Card). This position involves child related work and is assessed as requiring a Working with Children Clearance/Ochre Card.
A current Northern Territory drivers licence
How to Apply and Information
You are required to submit your CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Gill Paynter
Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy
Certification
Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:
13 Jan 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.
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