Project Officer - Faculty of Business & Law

• Fixed-term Full-time, Ending 31st of December 2028 - Bentley Campus
• Position Commencing August 2026
• Generous 17% superannuation

Reference: 1611300

About the Role

The Project Officer supports the planning, coordination and delivery of assigned projects and project activities, working under the guidance of the Project Lead. The role contributes to the successful implementation of small-scale projects or provides high-level operational and administrative support to larger, more complex initiatives, ensuring activities are delivered efficiently and in line with project objectives.

In this role you will support the Academic Lead and Business Manager of the Industry and Community Hub, and collaborate closely with academics across the Faculty of Business and Law, to help deliver the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Ignite project, which will ensure every FBL student experiences a progressive WIL journey, building career readiness and professional confidence.

This role will support the implementation of impactful practice-based learning initiatives within the WIL Ignite project. Working with internal, external and global stakeholders, you will help build and maintain strong relationships, organise conferences and workshops, develop resources, and assist with reporting, that will ultimately enrich student and academic’s WIL journeys across the Faculty.

Your responsibilities will include

• Manage project communications and work with relevant stakeholders to gather and coordinate their input throughout the project.
• Assist in preparing business cases and project initiation documentation, including timelines, implementation and evaluation approaches, and communication plans.
• Support the delivery of project plans and initiatives to ensure activities are implemented effectively.
• Monitor project activities against agreed schedules and provide accurate progress updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Provide executive and administrative support to project committees, working groups, and stakeholder meetings.
• Help resolve operational issues and support the development and implementation of processes and systems that improve project administration.
• Identify project risks and impacts, and report these to support informed decision-making.
• Undertake research activities and collect, compile, and analyse relevant project data.
• Prepare project documentation, correspondence, and reports to support project delivery and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and report on project progress and performance against agreed schedules and key performance measures.
• Demonstrate professional and personal conduct that reflects the University’s Values and Signature Behaviours.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the responsibilities and expectations of the role.

Role Requirements

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role

• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term G06 level role attracts a remuneration of $96,323 - $102,186 + 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up-to-date Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position. (1 – 2 pages max)

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on ***email_hidden*** or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close: 9pm (AWST) Thursday 2nd of July 2026.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.