Disability Employment and Careers Project Officer

Disability Employment and Careers Project Officer

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• Part-time (0.5FTE) contract until December 2026 | Based at our Bentley Campus
• $96,323 - $102,186 (G06) per annum (pro rata) + 17% superannuation
• Support students with disability to access meaningful employment opportunities

Job Reference: 1068094

Create pathways. Empower futures.

At Curtin University, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to pursue meaningful employment and fulfilling careers. For students with disability, that pathway can sometimes include additional barriers, and we are committed to breaking them down.

We are excited to introduce a new position within our Recruit Curtin team: the Disability Employment and Careers Project Officer. This role will take the lead in designing and delivering initiatives that support students and graduates with disability to achieve their career aspirations.

Working in close collaboration with GradWISE, AccessAbility, industry partners, and advocacy organisations, you will help shape inclusive employment opportunities, contribute to Curtin's Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2022–2030, and create programs that have a lasting impact beyond 2025.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of employability initiatives tailored for students with disability.
• Collaborate with internal colleagues across Student Success, AccessAbility, and Faculties to ensure alignment and accessibility of programs.
• Build and maintain partnerships with employers, government agencies, and advocacy organisations to create inclusive employment opportunities.
• Provide individualised career advice and connect students with resources and services to support their transition to work.
• Conduct project research, prepare business cases, and coordinate project planning, timelines and evaluation frameworks.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on student engagement, outcomes, and program effectiveness.

About you

• A relevant qualification in education, human resources, social work, disability studies or a related field, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience/ training.
• Strong relationship management and networking skills, with the ability to collaborate across students, staff, employers and advocacy groups.
• An understanding of issues facing students with disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, especially in relation to accessing employment.
• Knowledge of the National Standard for Disability Services and the ability to apply relevant legislation and policy in practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with cultural sensitivity and the ability to adapt for diverse audiences.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, respecting differences and supporting group goals.
• Research and analytical skills to inform evidence-based initiatives.

Desirable experience

• Working in a similar role within the higher education sector.
• Knowledge of graduate recruitment processes and inclusive employment trends.
• Experience in disability employment or within the disability sector.

Role Requirements

• This role is offered on a 0.5FTE part-time basis. Flexible rostered days are available; however working days over Monday-Wednesday are preferred.
• You will require work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role (fixed term contract until December 2026) to be considered
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. 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.

What We Offer You

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and numerous facilities. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and discounts for retail, travel, and more. For more information, check out our benefits page.

Join us by applying now and attaching the documents listed below.

How to apply

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents: CV and Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and addressing the selection criteria listed under "About You".

Applications close: Sunday 21 September 2025 AWST. Note: late applications may not be considered; only successful candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right to withdraw from the recruitment process at any time.

For queries, contact Curtin Careers at CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).

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