Vacancies

Administration Officer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Enjoy a diverse, fast‑paced role where no two days are the same
• Join a collaborative, values‑driven team making a tangible difference in rural health

The role

• Full Time, Continuing
• Level 5 - $81,999 to $89,521 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
• Orange

The Rural Health Research Institute (RHRI) is seeking an organised and proactive Administration Officer to provide high level administrative and operational support across the Institute. In this pivotal role, you will deliver assistance to the Executive Director, manage day-to-day office operations, and ensure seamless administrative workflows that underpin the Institute’s research and strategic activities. You will also support key governance functions, including the RHRI Advisory Board, and contribute to continuous improvement of systems, processes and business operations.

About you

You are an experienced and capable administrator who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys supporting a diverse range of activities. You will bring;

• Exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
• Clear and confident communication skills, the ability to build positive working relationships, and proficiency in administrative systems supporting purchasing, invoicing, reporting and records management.
• A proactive mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a dedication to contributing to the smooth and effective functioning of the Rural Health Research Institute.

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Rural Health Research Institute here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a cover letter that tells us more about you and upload your CV.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Recruitment specific enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer | Talent Acquisition Consultant | redwyer@csu.edu.au

Job specific enquiries: Professor Julian Grant | Executive Director, Rural Health Research Institute | RHRIDirector@csu.edu.au 

Closing Date: 11pm, Sunday 8 March 2026

Advertised: 20 Feb 2026 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Mar 2026 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time