Universities Australia Employee Directory
Education Administration ProgramsAustralian Capital Territory, Australia11-50 Employees
Universities Australia is the peak body representing Australia’s university sector, focusing on advocacy for a strong, internationally competitive university system. Based in Canberra, ACT, the organization operates within the education administration programs landscape and coordinates policy engagement for universities nationwide. With a small to mid-sized staff, it serves as a collective voice for member institutions and seeks to influence higher education policy and practice. Its activities include hosting and supporting events and awards that spotlight university-led projects with real-world impact, such as the Shaping Australia Awards and the Solutions Summit. It collaborates with partner organizations, including CAUL on publishing pathways, and with the Australian Research Council to review the sector’s research integrity system, while also issuing policy statements such as the 2025 Federal Election Statement.