Project Manager, Athena Swan

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.
Part Time Opportunity (18.75 hours per week)
Hybrid working environment (2 days per week in the office)
Pro-Rata Salary Range of $95k Base to $120k Base (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities) plus 12% Superannuation + Smart Salary Packaging Benefit
At The George Institute, Athena SWAN accredition is a key aspect of our strategy to build a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.
This is an internationally recognised program that helps organisations advance gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated Project Manager to lead our Athena SWAN program, driving meaningful change, by identifying barriers, creating an action plan for change to ensure we foster an inclusive workplace culture.
We are aspiring towards a Silver award and this role is key to shaping a future where equity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Lead and managethe Athena Swan program, including conducting staff consultations, data analysis, writing and and submission of Silver and Cygnet Award applications.
Implement and supportGender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) policies and initiatives aligned with the Institute's People strategy.
Coordinatethe Athena Swan Self-Assessment Team and maintain relationships with key external GEDI networks (e.g., UNSW, SAGE, AAMRI).
Drive GEDI projects, promote training and events, track progress against benchmarks, and embed best practices across the organisation.
For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Descriptionhere
Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate
Demonstrated relevant experience working in a Diversity and Inclusion role, and/or tertiary qualifications in Human Resources and/or extensive experience in a generalist HR role with significant involvement in the delivery of Diversity and Inclusion-related projects and initiatives
Experience working on the Athena Swan accreditation process is advantageous
Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including the ability to plan and prioritise multiple tasks to meet competing deadlines
Strong knowledge of developing practices, policies, processes and evaluation tools in diversity and inclusion and organisational change.
Experience building relationships across a wide range of stakeholders within an organisation
Passion for enhancing the work environment for all team members.
Ability to understand and learn about a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds
Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders and managing diverse perspectives in a respectful way
Excellent written and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated collaboration skills
A proactive approach demonstrating initiative, judgement, and a high degree of confidentiality.
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products
Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the position
The closing date for applications is10th September 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found
The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position.
Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.
Benefits of a career at The George Institute
We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs.
Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.
Competitive market salary and benefits
Salary packaging (lowering your taxable income and increasing your take-home pay)
Flexible working arrangements - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)
Being part of a global team, making an impact on global health outcomes
A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs, steps challenges and more...
About the George
The George Institute for Global Health(The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.
As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to:
Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
Look beyondsingle diseases, across the life course,to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship
We pride ourselves with our 6 core values: excellence, integrity, can-do approach, creativity, impact, and humanitarian commitment.
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Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it.
So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.
We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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