Community Engagement Manager

Overview

Role type: Full time, Fixed term for 3 years

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics

Department/ School: Dilin Duwa Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Business Leadership

Salary: UoM 7 109,093 – 118,091 p.a. plus 17% super

Responsibilities

- Work with Communities/ Foster strategic partnerships/ Amplify Indigenous voices.
- Apply now to shape transformative community engagement programs and drive positive change for Indigenous communities.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinate Community Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic community partnerships, activities, and events to build strong relations and connections.
- Implement Engagement Plans: Support the implementation of community engagement plans aligned with Dilin Duwa's strategy, managing risks and reporting outcomes.
- Manage Resources: Allocate and manage resources effectively to support community programs and activities, ensuring timely contractor payments.
- Create Engaging Content: Develop content for various communication channels to showcase Dilin Duwa's work to internal and external stakeholders.

Indigenous eligibility and cultural context

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

The University of Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which our campuses are situated and pays respect to their Elders past and present.

Your team

Your new team – Dilin Duwa

In 2021 the University of Melbourne Faculty of Business and Economics in partnership with the Melbourne Business School Limited launched the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership. The objectives of Dilin Duwa are:

- Research: improve the understanding of “what works” in Indigenous business and business leadership in Australia;
- Programmes: improve the capacity and capability of Indigenous businesses and leaders to meet market demand and improve Indigenous economic independence;
- Programmes: improve the capacity and capability of non-Indigenous organisations to engage with and purchase from Indigenous businesses; and
- Engagement: connect Indigenous people and their businesses to knowledge and networks that underpin success and celebrate the success of the Indigenous business sector.

These objectives are achieved through research and education.

Dilin Duwa has endorsed a new ten-year strategic plan 2025-2034 which includes the scaling out our established research excellence, our education offerings and the development of three interconnected service offerings - academic services, enterprise services, and ecosystem level services.

About the role

Reporting to the Associate Director, the Community Engagement Manager is responsible for assisting in the successful delivery of the Centre’s community engagement events, programs and initiatives. This role involves resource allocation, supporting the program’s lead, providing administrative assistance, and helping to ensure the operational success and communication of the Centre’s engagement activities.

The Community Engagement Manager will oversee a diverse portfolio of programs, including but not limited to regional workshops such as the Regional Business Series (previous workshops held in Alice Springs – Mparntwe, Shepparton – Kanny Goopna, Broome – Rubibi, and Yarrabah), as well as any new programs developed by the Centre. Responsibilities will include:

- Coordinate Community Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic community partnerships, activities, and events to build strong relations and connections.
- Implement Engagement Plans: Support the implementation of community engagement plans aligned with Dilin Duwa's strategy, managing risks and reporting outcomes.
- Manage Resources: Allocate and manage resources effectively to support community programs and activities, ensuring timely contractor payments.
- Create Engaging Content: Develop content for various communication channels to showcase Dilin Duwa's work to internal and external stakeholders.

You may also:

- Have a degree or relevant experience in a large, complex service-oriented environment.
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate experience in developing and sustaining community relationships and partnerships.
- Have a track record in negotiating community engagement initiatives.
- Exhibit high-level organisational and time management skills.
- Show cultural sensitivity and understanding when working with diverse community groups.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

About the University

The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.

Support for Indigenous staff

- Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non-cumulative paid leave per calendar year for the purpose of attending NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities.
- University policies: Indigenous staff are supported by the Indigenous Employment Plan and Indigenous Employment Framework, with the commitment to improving the employment, retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members.
- Indigenous Staff Network: Employees who have identified themselves as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander will have access to the Indigenous Staff Network.
- Cultural events: The University hosts annual cultural events and recognises significant times throughout the year.
- Employee Assistance Program: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available free for you and your immediate family members.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages. For discussion of requirements, please contact the recruitment team. This includes accessible document formats and alternative application methods.

Working at the University – what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Include the following documents:

- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

Applications close: 21st September at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-004157 Community Engagement Manager_PD.pdf

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