Job no: 0053263
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until 30 June 2025
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Deanery
Salary: UOM 7 – $102,338 - $110,780 p.a. plus 17% super
- Coordinate diversity and inclusion projects, ensuring effective implementation and collaboration across the faculty.
- Engage proactively with evidence-based strategies to cultivate an inclusive culture in line with institutional values.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
Support the Faculty's diversity and inclusion initiatives by assisting in workshop preparation, data management, project coordination, and liaising with stakeholders as directed by the Associate Dean (Diversity and Inclusion). Additionally, you will contribute to the delivery of events and resources, prepare reports for various committees and stakeholders, and participate in the evaluation of diversity and inclusion initiatives within the Faculty, aligning with the University's strategy and priorities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist in identifying key initiatives to support the MDHS diversity and inclusion priorities
- Liaise with stakeholders under the direction of the A/Dean Diversity and Inclusion
- Participate in the evaluation and reporting of the Faculty’s diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Assist with the delivery of webinar or recorded events/resources (including Inspiring Stories event research of speaker, analysis of feedback) under the direction of the Associate Dean (Diversity and Inclusion)
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills, adept at prioritizing tasks while maintaining attention to detail, even under pressure. They possess strong analytical abilities and clear communication skills, fostering effective collaboration in a diverse environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience in seminar/webinar facilitation and project administration are essential, with a desirable background in diversity initiatives and familiarity with gender equity initiatives in STEMM disciplines.
You will also have:
- An appropriate tertiary qualification or demonstrated project development experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data in a clear format
- Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly both in a team and independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to relate effectively with a diverse range of people and demonstrate respect for the diverse needs, aspirations and cultures represented across our Faculty.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must 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 – Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty renowned for its research excellence, teaching, training, and policy leadership across the breadth of medical, biomedical and health science fields.
Led by the Dean, Professor Jane Gunn, the faculty is Australia’s overall leader in clinical, pre-clinical and health sciences, and sits at the heart of a flourishing ecosystem of globally recognised health and biomedical organisations across Victoria. Partnerships are key to our continued success in education, research and enhancing the health and wellbeing of our communities.
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!
About 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 Kim Groizard at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, 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:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity 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 details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
