Project Officer Student Equity
Project Officer Student Equity
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Job Description
- Unique opportunity to join a high performing team working closely with secondary schools and supporting current UWA students to champion diversity in higher education.
- One Fulltime 1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- One Fulltime 1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 31.12.2025.
- Base salary range: $91833$97052 p.a. plus 17 superannuation.
About the area
The Student Equity and Success teams facilitate a highquality student experience focused on access and support for students both academic and cocurricular activities that enrich an inclusive student experience including the development of a dedicated first year experience. The Student Equity and Success Team is responsible for the oversight of the Student Access and Participation Framework which through local ownership and accountability the University community seeks to empower all students to aspire to achieve and thrive at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
UWA has a range of student equity and access programs through the Student Equity team within Student Life including:
- Aspire UWA works with 70 partner schools and communities in regional Western Australia and Perth to raise aspirations for tertiary education.
- Broadway Connect is a support program for firstyear students offering online mentoring and oncampus events.
- The WA Childrens University Partnership supports underrepresented primary students in Perth and regional WA fostering lifelong learning.
- Fairway UWA is an academic support program for Year 12 students who are high achievers aiming for university and are experiencing financial disadvantage.
- The Girls in Engineering (GiE) program inspires female students to take advantage of STEM study and the career pathways focusing on areas of science where women are underrepresented.
About the opportunity
- Plan and deliver Student Equity programs including Aspire UWA Fairway UWA and Broadway Connect with a focus on outreach access and participation for Indigenous regional and lowSES students.
- Engage and present to diverse audiences including high school students parents and key influencers through public speaking event facilitation and handson activity design.
- Coordinate and run campus activities school visits community events online programs residential experiences and regional tours ensuring highimpact engagement.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Substantial relevant experience at an appropriate level.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills including public speaking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a range of people from different cultural and educational backgrounds and of different age groups.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to equity and diversity and the issues relating to successful transition to University.
- Demonstrated understanding of the Western Australian school system and entry pathways to University including ATAR and alternative pathways.
Special Requirements:
- Current Working with Children Check for Western Australia.
- Current C Class drivers licence.
- Flexibility and willingness to participate in residential camps.
- Travel to regional and remote locations may be required.
Position description: PD Project Officer Student Equity 519870.docx
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Katie Douglas at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 6th April 2025
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
