Equity Career Consultant

• Part-time fixed term appointment (21 hours per week to Dec 2026)
• Level 6/7: $94998 - $117633 (pro rata) 17% superannuation

We are seeking a passionate and proactive Equity Career Consultant to lead initiatives that improve employability outcomes for students from equity cohorts particularly students with disability and those at regional campuses.

In this role you will deliver tailored career support design mentoring and employability programs and build strong partnerships with inclusive employers to create meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities. Working collaboratively across the university you will help address barriers to career development and contribute to innovative equity-focused projects.

About you:

• Experience in career development employability or student support
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for equity diversity and inclusion
• Ability to design and deliver impactful programs

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping inclusive career outcomes and driving positive change for diverse student communities.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit an up-to-date resume and a cover letter (no more than 3 pages) summarising how they meet the selection criteria located in the position description.

Position Description

For further information about this position please contact Denny Nesbitt Manager Careers & Industry Engagement

Closing Date:Thursday 21 May 2026 11:55pm

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

As required by federal legislation prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence during their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the Universitys employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.