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Closing: 27-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 10-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 27-Oct-2024
Location
- Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Salary
- (HEO8) $110,291 - $123,734 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the operational and strategic leadership of Disability Support.
- Operational management of Disability Advisors and Senior Disability and Disability Support Officer staff.
- Ensure the provision of comprehensive, responsive, and effective Disability Support service to all enrolled students.
- Oversee services for students at risk of discrimination.
- Ensure the University meets its commitments under the Disability Standards for Education Act 2005 and the Disability Discrimination Act 1992.
- Drive the strategic development and execution of the University’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in providing successful operational management in a Human Services setting, in the areas of access, inclusion and wellbeing.
- A sound knowledge of disability legislation including its specific relevance to education providers.
- Demonstrated experience in service coordination and leading a team.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully building teams with a positive future focused culture, driven by outstanding service outcomes through service innovation and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the wide range and complex needs of students with disabilities within a tertiary education setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional practice expectations related to record keeping and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal and administrative skills and capacity to meet competing and demanding deadlines.
- Knowledge of disability-based community services and resources.
- This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Flexible work arrangements
- High quality professional development programs and activities
- On-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Notes
- The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
- For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Vicky McCoy, Associate Director Wellbeing & Access, Student Life.
Closing: 03-Nov-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 03-Nov-2024
Location
- Hawthorn campus, Swinburne University of Technology
Salary
- $79,180 - $92,090 + 17% super
Responsibilities
- Empowering students with knowledge to navigate University policies and procedures.
- Providing assistance and information to students through various communication channels (phone, email, online meeting, face-to-face) on academic and non-academic matters.
- Continuously improving service delivery and providing individualized support to enhance student satisfaction.
- Strengthening student connection with the University throughout their journey.
Requirements
- Demonstrated relevant experience in advocacy and/or the interpretation and implementation of policy, procedure and regulation.
- Ability to deliver outstanding customer service and implement new initiatives.
- Experience in assisting a culturally diverse client base in high stress and high pressure situations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to negotiate and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Capacity to contribute to a positive and co-operative team environment.
- Prior experience and knowledge of the University sector is preferred.
- A relevant tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Benefits
- Flexible working options contained in leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Notes
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
- Swinburne is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment.
Closing: 03-Nov-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 03-Nov-2024
Location
- Hawthorn campus, Swinburne University of Technology
Salary
- $79,180 - $92,090 + 17% super
Responsibilities
- Empowering students with knowledge to navigate University policies and procedures.
- Providing assistance and information to students through various communication channels (phone, email, online meeting, face-to-face) on academic and non-academic matters.
- Continuously improving service delivery to meet the needs of students.
- Providing individualised support to enhance student satisfaction and strengthen their connection with the University.
Requirements
- Demonstrated relevant experience in advocacy and/or the interpretation and implementation of policy, procedure and regulation.
- Ability to deliver outstanding customer service and implement new initiatives.
- Experience in assisting a culturally diverse client base in high stress and high pressure situations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to negotiate and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Capacity to contribute to a positive and co-operative team environment.
- Prior experience and knowledge of the University sector is preferred.
- A relevant tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Benefits
- Flexible working options contained in leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Notes
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
Closing: 16-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 16-Sep-2024
Location
- Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- Swinburne Student Life Level 6 salary + 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Oversee the provision of independent advice and advocacy on behalf of students.
- Resolve student concerns in line with University policies and procedures.
- Deliver quality customer service.
- Lead a small team of specialist advocacy officers.
- Manage all operational aspects of the advocacy function.
- Foster self-management of student inquiries.
- Actively manage complex student matters.
- Train and coach the Officers to support their ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Demonstrated relevant experience in Student Advocacy in a tertiary education environment.
- Experience in developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of specialist practitioners.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver outcomes through leadership in outstanding customer service, evidence-informed practice, and technology-enabled approaches to service provision.
- High level interpersonal skills and well-developed communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to negotiate and collaborate across all levels in a complex organisation.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar software platforms is preferred.
- A bachelor degree level qualification in a relevant discipline with at least 4 years of subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Benefits
- Flexible working options contained in leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Notes
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
- Swinburne University of Technology is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment.
Closing: 22-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 06-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- SM1 competitive salary plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Operational leadership of the Student Equity & Disability Services team, spanning both emerging initiatives and the delivery of ‘business as usual’ services.
- Contribute to the delivery of relevant SEDS Review Action Plan, particularly those that sit within SEDS or require SEDS to collaborate with other areas including student services and faculties.
- Enable the design, development and delivery of new/refreshed SEDS services and initiatives that support commencing and current students to feel welcomed and supported to register with SEDS, and to enact with faculties their Academic Adjustment Plans.
- Facilitate opportunities for the co-design and evaluation of SEDS’ services, particularly with students and staff with lived experience of disability.
- Involved in the roster for out-of-hours student welfare matters.
Requirements
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in leading transformational change including the design, delivery and evaluation of services, ideally in a student-focused or similar environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams at a senior level, including project teams that draw together people from a range of operating environments.
Benefits
- Generous leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Health and well-being services
- Discounts on graduate courses
Notes
- People with lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply, however it is not an essential selection criteria of the role.
- This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Closing: 28-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 29-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 28-Sep-2024
Location
- Melbourne
Salary
- Not Available
Responsibilities
- Delivery of course material
- Assessing students
- Supervision of students enrolled in selected courses
- Participation in the program’s continuing review of course content and development
- Delivery and teaching methods review
- Participation in relevant activities to ensure vocational competence
Requirements
- TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or enrolled to complete)
- Demonstrated experience of teaching in Vocational Education is desirable
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills
- Experience in competency-based assessment
- Skilled in diagnosing learning problems in students
Benefits
- Flexible hours per week
- Opportunity to work in a reputable educational institution
- Engagement with industry and community
Notes
- Appointment subject to passing a Working with Children Check
- RMIT is an equal opportunity employer
Closing: 22-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 06-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- SM1 competitive salary plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Operational leadership of the Student Equity & Disability Services team, spanning both emerging initiatives and the delivery of ‘business as usual’ services.
- Contribute to the delivery of relevant SEDS Review Action Plan, particularly those that sit within SEDS or require SEDS to collaborate with other areas including student services and faculties.
- Enable the design, development and delivery of new/refreshed SEDS services and initiatives that support commencing and current students to feel welcomed and supported to register with SEDS, and to enact with faculties their Academic Adjustment Plans.
- Facilitate opportunities for the co-design and evaluation of SEDS’ services, particularly with students and staff with lived experience of disability.
- Involved in the roster for out-of-hours student welfare matters.
Requirements
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in leading transformational change including the design, delivery and evaluation of services, ideally in a student-focused or similar environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams at a senior level, including project teams that draw together people from a range of operating environments.
Benefits
- Generous leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Health and well-being services
- Discounts on graduate courses
Notes
- People with lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply, however it is not an essential selection criteria of the role.
- This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Closing: 29-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
Location
- Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Salary
- (HEO8) $110,291 - $123,734 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the operational and strategic leadership of Disability Support.
- Operational management of Disability Advisors and Senior Disability and Disability Support Officer staff.
- Ensure the provision of comprehensive, responsive, and effective Disability Support service to all enrolled students.
- Oversee services for students at risk of discrimination.
- Ensure the University meets its commitments under the Disability Standards for Education Act 2005 and the Disability Discrimination Act 1992.
- Drive the strategic development and execution of the University’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in providing successful operational management in a Human Services setting, in the areas of access, inclusion and wellbeing.
- A sound knowledge of disability legislation including its specific relevance to education providers.
- Demonstrated experience in service coordination and leading a team.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully building teams with a positive future focused culture, driven by outstanding service outcomes through service innovation and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the wide range and complex needs of students with disabilities within a tertiary education setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional practice expectations related to record keeping and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal and administrative skills and capacity to meet competing and demanding deadlines.
- Knowledge of disability-based community services and resources.
- This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Flexible work arrangements
- High quality professional development programs and activities
- On-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Notes
- The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
- For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Vicky McCoy, Associate Director Wellbeing & Access, Student Life.
Closing: 19-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 19-Sep-2024
Location
- 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111, Australia
Salary
- The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 5 range $76,236 - $85,525 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $89,197 - $100,064 per annum.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to students by clarifying issues and concerns, identifying relevant policies and procedures and generating options for resolution.
- Provide support to students during grievances and appeals by reviewing documents for submission, preparing students for meetings and accompanying and advocating for students at meetings.
- In collaboration with the Advocacy and Engagement Coordinator conceptualise, manage and deliver a suite of events, programs and projects focused on student wellbeing.
- Maintain comprehensive, professional records and assist the Advocacy and Engagement Coordinator with data collection, preparation of proposals and reports in relation to advocacy and events.
Requirements
- Completion of a relevant degree (social work, human services related) and/or relevant experience in a related field.
Benefits
- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
- Opportunities for internal mobility
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities
Notes
- Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
- Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position and successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
Director, Partnerships and Advocacy
Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University, Locked Bag 1797, Penrith, NSW 2751, Australia
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Closing: 03-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024
Location
- Western Sydney University, Locked Bag 1797, Penrith, NSW 2751, Australia
Salary
- An attractive senior remuneration package applies to this appointment
Responsibilities
- Lead engagement efforts across government, corporate, and community partnerships.
- Oversee advocacy efforts with government bodies.
- Lead corporate partnerships and engage alumni and employers.
- Provide high-level strategic advice to University leadership.
- Manage and develop partnerships that support the University’s goals.
- Foster a culture of care, innovation, and collaboration within the team.
Requirements
- Deep passion for driving meaningful change through strategic advocacy and partnership development.
- Experience in government relations and navigating political, corporate, and community landscapes.
- Exceptional ability to build powerful alliances and high-impact relationships with stakeholders.
- Skilled negotiator and communicator, adept at engaging with senior leadership.
- Proven track record of enhancing employer collaborations, alumni engagement, and community partnerships.
- Experience in leading high-performing teams.
Benefits
- Be part of an institution driving change and setting the global agenda for higher education.
- Join a collaborative, solutions-driven team dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
Notes
- Enquiries: Professor Andy Marks, Vice-President, Public Affairs and Partnerships, via andy.marks@westernsydney.edu.au
- Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.