Senior Project Officer - Careers Disability Employment Program
Senior Project Officer - Careers Disability Employment Program
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Job Description
- Fulltime 1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis to 29/1/2027.
- Base salary range: $100524 $111534 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 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.
UniAccess is UWAs disability office providing a free confidential service for students and prospective students with a disability or medical condition. Students access the team to gain assistance with adjustments required to reduce the impact of their disability or medical condition on their studies. This may include alternative assessment physical access accessible course material alternative exam arrangements and support to liaise with disciplines and faculties within the University.
About the opportunity
- You will work with the Manager UniAccess Manager Careers and Employability and colleagues to achieve project objectives to implement and execute UWAs Disability Employment Program.
- Develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (e.g. industry partners community disability organisations) in order to develop an extensive network of opportunities for students with a disability or medical condition seeking employment after they graduate.
- Provide strategic and business development advice to ensure the programs sustainability beyond the project timeframe.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g. in allied health) or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Substantial experience working with people with a disability mental health conditions or chronic medical conditions preferably in disability employment services.
- Contemporary knowledge and understanding of the impacts of disability and medical conditions.
- Knowledge of equity and diversity issues relevant to students with disabilities in Australian higher education including careers and employability challenges and opportunities. Familiarity with related guiding principles and legislation is essential.
Position description: PD Senior Project Officer Careers Disability Employment Program 519350.docx
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Yuemei Lim 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.
Note: A national police check and/or Working with Children card may be required for this role.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on on Monday 7th 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:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
