Project Officer: Disability Employment and Career Initiatives
7 days ago
The Disability Employment and Careers Project Officer will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering initiatives that support students and graduates with disability to achieve their career aspirations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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