About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (12 months), Full-Time
• Governance Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton North
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

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

Are you a highly organised professional with excellent communication skills? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Business Support Officer to provide high-level administrative and operational support within the Governance Directorate — a core function that ensures the University’s governance structures operate smoothly and efficiently. This role will have a primary focus on providing secretarial support to key university-level governance committees.

This is your opportunity to play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide secretarial services to key university-level committees, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and action item follow-up.
• Deliver efficient, high-level business administrative support across the Directorate.
• Draft and prepare official correspondence, reports, submissions, and documents.
• Handle sensitive matters with discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Coordinate internal processes and contribute to the delivery of governance-related projects.
• Support policy publication, ensuring correct formatting, version control, and compliance.

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
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Strong administrative experience, ideally in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in business software systems (e.g., Word, Excel, email, databases)
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality service.
• Relevant degree or diploma with associated work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. (Desirable)

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 7 September 2025.

Job Requisition ID: 6414

Contact Details:

Kylie White

(07) 4923 2551

k.white@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.