Project Officer

**Job no**: 0062884
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Continuing
**Department**:Office of the Provost
**Salary**:UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Contribute to diversity and inclusion initiatives across the University**:

- **Work with a wide range of stakeholders across both student and staff communities**:

- **Brilliant benefits and a flexible work environment**

**About the Role**
As Project Officer (Diversity & Inclusion) you will contribute to a range of D&I initiatives related to implementation of the University’s _Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2030_. Key responsibilities include supporting the delivery, evaluation and reporting of a range of initiatives across the Diversity and Inclusion team including implementation of action plans, supporting compliance and accreditation programs, coordinating various working/reference groups, and data collection and reporting.

Reporting to the Associate Director (Diversity & Inclusion) you will work collaboratively with members of the D&I team and with a wide range of stakeholders from across the University community.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Support the delivery, evaluation and reporting of a range of diversity and inclusion initiatives related to implementation of the _Diversity and inclusion Strategy 2030_
- Assist with data collection, analysis and reporting of a range of D&I data metrics
- Contribute to communications and engagement initiatives including support of events, content development, and management of webpages
- Undertake desktop research, benchmarking and other data analyses to support development of briefing papers, reports and presentation materials

**Who we are looking for**
We are looking for an experienced Project Officer with strong communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders, team members and colleagues. You will have a demonstrated understanding and keen interest in diversity and inclusion. Your excellent organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail, including the ability to effectively plan, prioritise and manage work within agreed timeframes will be vital to the role.

You will also have:

- Demonstrated experience and success supporting the implementation of programs, initiatives or projects
- Skills in data analysis and reporting, with proficiency in Excel and/or other data management tools
- Ability to handle sensitive information with respect and discretion

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

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

**Your new team - Office of the Provost**

The Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for people and community, learning and teaching, and academic performance contained in our institutional strategy - _Advancing Melbourne 2030._

The Office of the Provost portfolio sits alongside other divisions (Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Research & Enterprise, Global, Culture & Engagement, Advancement, Communications & Marketing, and Administration & Finance) within Chancellery, and is responsible for:

- Indigenous strategy, including research, education and engagement, student and staff planning, truth-telling and cultural heritage.
- People and Community, including Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, academic and professional staff careers, and University community-building.
- Education and student experience, including curriculum, teaching and learning quality and innovation, learning technologies and spaces, student wellbeing and engagement and widening participation for students from diverse backgrounds.

**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

**The University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**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

**The University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our