Project Lead – Indigenous Cultural Education
Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Caption: Lead our flagship program to bolster Indigenous cultural education and advance a signature project of Murmuk Djerring.
Job no: 0057993
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Office of Provost
Salary: UOM 10 – $143,913 p.a. plus 17% super
- Program manage the University’s flagship education program to improve our indigenous cultural awareness
- Work with a team of indigenous professionals and passionate allies who are committed to making a difference
- Work alongside other teams focussed on implementing our Indigenous Strategy – Murmuk Djerring
About the Indigenous Cultural Education and Anit-Racism Programs
The University is rolling out a large-scale leadership and education program to all staff to strengthen our culture and commitment to eliminating racism. As a large-scale culture change program sponsored by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Indigenous, the education program is the cornerstone initiative that will support our leaders and staff to understand the role and responsibility they play in ensuring our Indigenous community of students and staff feel empowered and valued, culturally safe and are treated with dignity and respect.
About the Role
This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and purpose-driven project manager. You'll oversee the delivery of a highly visible program that stands as a cornerstone of the University's commitment to eliminating racism, and implementing our commitment to creating a culturally safe environment for all. Responsible for leading the delivery and implementation of this educational initiative across the University, this role will play a crucial part in ensuring a high-quality outcomes and a seamless rollout of the programs.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead a team of specialists, and work with a range of stakeholders, to design and deliver the program of work and suite of learning solutions
- Oversee the project plans and evaluation framework to monitor impact and success/outcomes of the program
- Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies to engage external providers and an effective program delivery
- Manage commercial relationships with the vendors and ensure prudent management of the contract and scope
Who We Are Looking For
Are you an experienced project manager, passionate about making a positive impact in creating a culturally safe University, free from racism?
We are looking for someone who understands the intricacies of rolling out large-scale programs across a complex organisation. Utilising your excellent planning and time management skills in conjunction with a high proficiency in project management methodology, you will progress multiple pieces of work simultaneously. As a confident leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership and direction to the project delivery team and as a strong communicator, you will proactively engage with stakeholders at all levels. You will understand and be open to learn about how to work with indigenous colleagues in a culturally sensitive manner.
You will also have:
- Well-developed knowledge and understanding of Indigenous societies, cultures and issues
- Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including Indigenous colleagues and delivery partners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level proficiency with a project management methodology e.g. Smartsheet, MS Project etc
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please contact Pipeline Talent for a copy of the Position Description.
This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – “Strategic Peoples Initiative (SPI) Team – Office of the Provost“
The SPI team is responsible for the development of University wide people strategies aimed at building the organisational capability to ensure that the University has the right talent to secure its place as Australia’s leading University and its standing in the global market place now and in the future. These include strategies that will redefine how the University attracts, retains and develops talent.
The Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for learning and teaching, and academic performance contained in Advancing Melbourne 2030) The Office of the Provost portfolio sits alongside other divisions within Chancellery, and is responsible for:
- Education and student experience
- Indigenous strategy
- People and Community, including Human Resources
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Respect at Melbourne.
Office of Indigenous Employment (OIE)
Although this role reports to the SPI team, you will co-locate in the Office of Indigenous Employment. The OIE is a dedicated office for Indigenous employment and development. The Office for Indigenous Employment will provide Indigenous colleagues across all facets of the University with meaningful support that draws on formal recognition of the unique skills and cultural load of Indigenous staff, and on ensuring confidence in their cultural safety while at work.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Applications should be submitted through the Pipeline Talent website by clicking the “Apply Now� button on the below link:
https://www.pipelinetalent.com.au/candidates/browse-job-vacancies/
How to get more information
University of Melbourne has partnered with Pipeline Talent, a 100% Indigenous owned recruitment agency, for this recruitment. Additional information about the role is available in the position description or by contacting the team at Pipeline Talent.
Megan Ingram | Senior Recruitment Consultant
[email protected]
02 8001 6603 | 0419 599 251
Applications close: Day Month 2023 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)
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