Position Number: 0057426
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Office of the Provost
Salary: UOM 8 – $119,742 – $129,607p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive accessibility and inclusion initiatives to create a fully accessible university
- Apply subject matter expertise in accessibility and inclusion to develop effective solutions
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful change at the University of Melbourne. You will support initiatives aligned with the University's Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. A key focus of your role will be supporting the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the University's Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP).
As the Advisor, you will collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the University community. This will include consultation, co-design, and co-ordination around the current DIAP, as well as supporting the next one.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing specialist advice to support communications related to accessibility and inclusion.
- Leading the DIAP, under the Associate Director’s guidance.
- Facilitating staff and student lived experience disability advisory groups.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for a dedicated professional with the expertise to navigate complex and sensitive issues. Subject matter expertise in accessibility and inclusion is essential. We are also looking for strong communication, engagement, and problem-solving skills.
You will have:
- Subject matter expertise in disability, accessibility and inclusion.
- Demonstrated project management skills in a D&I context in a large and complex organisation.
- A track record of ensuring compliance with relevant legislation in a D&I context, including reporting processes.
People with lived experience of disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Office of the Provost and the Diversity & Inclusion Team
Led by the Provost, the Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for learning and teaching, and academic performance contained in Advancing Melbourne 2030. The Office of the Provost portfolio sits alongside other divisions (Research, International, Strategy & Culture, Administration & Finance) within Chancellery.
The Diversity & Inclusion team is responsible for the University of Melbourne’s strategic approach to diversity and inclusion across the breadth of the University’s operations, including students and staff. Working in partnership across the University community, the Diversity and Inclusion team leads the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2030. The Diversity & Inclusion team is part of the Office of the Provost and overseen by Deputy Vice-Chancellor (People & Community) and the Diversity & Inclusion Sub-Committee of University Executive.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. 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.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
