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About us:
University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra has been ranked in the top 7 universities in the world for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings 2024).
About the role:
The Graduate Research School is seeking a Governance & Reporting Coordinator to play a key role in providing high-quality governance and operational support across our HDR portfolio.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills who can step in quickly, manage governance processes confidently, and keep committees and scholarship establishment processes running smoothly.
Key responsibilities:
Coordinate governance processes and provide high-quality secretariat support for the Graduate Research Committee (GRC), including agenda preparation, papers, minutes and action tracking
Provide secretariat and coordination support for the HDR Course Advisory Group and other committees or working groups as required
Assist with the administration of HDR scholarships, including conditions of award and coordination with the Research Grants team to support scholarship agreements
About you:
You are an organised and reliable professional who brings strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility:
Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
How to apply:
Please apply with your CV only, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.
For job specific information: please contact Tahlee Stacey, Team Leader, HDR Services, tahlee.stacey@canberra.edu.au .
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au . If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 25 January 2026.
