THE OPPORTUNITY

• Salary: $121,235 per annum pro rata + 11% super + annual leave loading.
• Time Fraction: Full Time, 1.0 EFT.
• Location: Chadstone campus.
• WWCC: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check.
• Police Check: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Police Check.
• Position Status: Ongoing contract of employment, with a 6-month qualifying period.

Holmesglen is seeking a Manager for Student Engagement and Equity, playing a crucial role in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our educational programs and student community.

In this position, you will lead a diverse team, overseeing student life programs, disability support, the First Nations Unit, student complaints, appeals, and advisory services. Your primary responsibility will be to drive strategic initiatives that prioritise student voice, partnership, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If you are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every student can thrive, we invite you to apply now and join us in shaping the future of education.

ABOUT YOU

• Postgraduate qualification in social work, community services, diversity and inclusion, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge and background of practices that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation.
• Familiarity with the Victorian Aboriginal community, disability support, student life, complaints, and legal standards.
• Ability to work towards a vision and meet goals whilst managing sensitive information, developing services, and maintaining Institute operational standards.
• Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to engage students, employees, and other stakeholders to foster positive outcomes.
• Proven expertise in leading and strategically managing large, diverse staff groups, with a focus on client-centred service management.
• Skills in managing human, financial, and physical resources, as well as budgeting.

ABOUT US

Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We provide our staff with:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexibility to achieve work life balance
• Opportunities for all

We commit to respond to every applicant.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

TO APPLY

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

All applicants must attach a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (located on the last page of the Position Description). Please note, incomplete applications may not be considered.

Like to know more? Please contact Stuart Hunter-Fisher on [email protected], using the subject line: Manager - Student Engagement & Equity enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For application queries, please contact [email protected], using the subject line: Manager - Student Engagement & Equity enquiry via EthicalJobs..

A position description is also attached.

If you require specific support to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department on 03 9564 1813 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.