Manager, Diversity, Equity

Overview Exciting Opportunity for an experienced Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to join Swinburne University of Technology. Ongoing / full-time position at our Hawthorn campus. HEW 10 | 17% super | flexible/hybrid options available. About the Role Are you ready to lead Diversity Equity and Inclusion in a University where this is a key part of our cultural fabric and help shape a workplace where everyone belongs? We’re looking for a dynamic Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to champion our mission of creating a truly inclusive university community. In this role, you’ll partner with an engaged Executive and leadership group and a People and Culture team to design, implement, and evaluate bold, university-wide DEI strategies that make a lasting impact. You’ll drive embedding inclusion into every corner of our organization and empower our leaders to make DEI part of strategic and operational plans. You’ll collaborate with senior leaders, the people and culture team, staff networks, and external partners to turn strategy into action and action into measurable results. If you’re a connector, influencer, and visionary with a passion for equity and belonging, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and leave a legacy of inclusion. Bring your voice. Inspire others. Shape the future. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: - Demonstrated experience in leading organisation-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. - Deep knowledge of legislative frameworks, sector benchmarks, and best practice in diversity, equity, and inclusion. - Experience in designing and delivering DEI plans and reporting to meet regulators obligations and foster cultural change. - Experience with sector accreditation frameworks (e.g., SAGE Athena Swan, RAP, AWEI). - Lived experience or demonstrated commitment to advancing equity for marginalised groups. Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion, organisational development, or related field. About Swinburne University of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. What We Offer You - Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. - Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. - Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. Applications Close: Monday 27th October 2025 at 5pm. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. For adjustments, contact DCR@swin.edu.au or +61 3 9214 3550. Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. We are signatories and encourage applications from international graduates. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant. Click here for position description. Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr