Respectful Relationships Project Officer

Respectful Relationships Project Officer, Office of People

Part-time (0.6 FTE – 21 hours per week), Ongoing position

Based at Parramatta South Campus

About Western

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 11 campuses in Sydney and campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Surabaya, Indonesia – and more than 200,000 alumni, 50,000 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 12 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to join our team as the Respectful Relationships Project Officer.

About the Us

The Respectful Relationships program sits within the Equity and Diversity team. This team fosters an inclusive and equitable environment where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We are committed to promoting diversity, addressing systemic inequalities and implementing practices that ensure equal opportunity for our people to enhance belonging and the overall wellbeing and success of our university community. The Respectful Relationships program delivers whole-of-university initiatives aimed at preventing gendered violence, informing students and staff of supports and reporting options available to those experiencing gendered violence, and building capacity within the University community to respond effectively to disclosures of gendered violence.

About the role

The purpose of this position is to lead and implement, high impact approaches to preventing gendered violence, including sexual harm, within the University. The role involves developing and delivering appropriate response and support mechanisms for disclosures of gendered violence by students and staff, with a strong emphasis on gender equity as a key factor in prevention. The Project Officer will work collaboratively with external partners to help the University achieve its goals in raising awareness about gendered violence and creating effective preventative interventions.

About You

The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, experience in program coordination, and a strong understanding of trauma-informed practices.

Culture

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

What We Offer in Return

At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• 17% super contributions
• Access to staff benefits – e.g. health and fitness programs such as fitness passport, café and restaurant deals, and many other goods and services
• Professional development opportunities

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Parramatta South Campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application. Please review the position description for further information.

Remuneration Package

HEW Level 7 $117,645 to $126,892 p.a. (comprising Salary of $99,411 to $107,225 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries

Please contact Melinda Blackmore, Project Support Officer, Events & Community via email at m.blackmore@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date

8:30 pm on Sunday 29 September 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.

Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

If you require assistance in using the System, please email recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au or phone the Recruitment Helpline on (02) 9852 5422. Please note, we do not accept applications for roles to the recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au email.