Equity Lead - Parkville, Australia - University of Melbourne

University of Melbourne

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Parkville, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no:

Location:
Parkville

Role type:
Full-time; Continuing

Department/School:
Student and Scholarly Services

Salary:
UOM 7 - $102,338 - $110,780 p.a. plus 17% super
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Launch your career in Student Equity and Disability Services to support students and their development:

17% super, benefits, and a flexible hybrid work environment

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:

Manage a case load of students with a wide range of complex disabilities including mental health, physical and neurological conditions
Participate in a range of student support projects to identify enhancements to existing practice to reflect diversity and inclusion bestpractice
Lead the administration of services for alternative exam arrangements related to AAPs, working within Student Equity and Disability Services and across other teams

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an empathetic and passionate Equity Lead who has demonstrated experience within the disability and equity field facilitating equitable student participation in tertiary education.

You will have strong attention to detail, and high-level organisational and task management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks to meet competing deadlines.

You will also have:

A relevant tertiary qualification (completed), such as accredited social work degree with eligibility for membership of the AASW, disability, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience with a minimum of five years' experience and education/training ideally in the disability field and tertiary education sector.
Demonstrated experience in the disability and equity field, in the delivery of services facilitating equitable student participation in tertiary education
A high level of administrative skills including project management and excellent written and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholders including administrative, academic staff and students and the maintenance of professional case notes, data reporting, and the reviewing and writing web content and the development of practice frameworks and service guidelines

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check._

This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team - The Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS)

The Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS) is in the Wellbeing Services portfolio, which includes the University's Health Service, Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the Chaplaincy service.

SEDS is responsible for providing educational adjustments for students with a disability or health condition, are carers of a person with a disability, are defence reservists or emergency volunteers or for cultural or religious observance which impact their ability to participate fully in their studies.

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

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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.

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.

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Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience: