Manager, Diversity, Equity

• Exciting Opportunity for an experienced Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to join Swinburne University of Technology
• Ongoing / full-time position at our vibrant 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 continue to champion our mission of creating a truly inclusive university community. 

In this exciting role, you'll partner with an engaged Executive and leadership group and a passionate People and Culture team to lead the charge in designing, implementing, and evaluating bold, university-wide DEI strategies that make a lasting impact. You'll be the driving force behind embedding inclusion into every corner of our organization and empowering our leaders by assisting to make DEI a part of our strategic and operational plans. 

You'll collaborate closely with senior leaders, the people and culture team, vibrant staff networks, and passionate external partners to turn strategy into action, and action into measurable results. If you're a connector, an influencer, and a 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.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page 

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

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Applications Close: Monday 27th October 2025 at 5pm.

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. 

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being 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 our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. 

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact or call

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). 

Victoria's Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes

As a signatory to Victoria's Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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