• Ref: JR103331

About The Team

The EDI team (based on the South Street Campus) provides strategic leadership, support, and advice across the university to embed impactful, best-practice equity, diversity, and inclusion principles across all areas. Our overarching philosophy recognises and celebrates the strengths that diverse cultures, worldviews, abilities, experiences, and identities bring to an organisation, especially in terms of promoting inclusion, curiosity, innovation, and positive social impact.

The EDI team leads by example, encouraging diverse appointments, flexible work arrangements, a collaborative and supportive team environment, and prioritising employee cultural safety. We adopt a whole of university approach which actively supports students and staff from underrepresented and diverse backgrounds, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations
• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD)
• LGBTIQA+
• Disability
• Neurodiversity
• Low socio-economic backgrounds
• Rural or Remote
• Women, especially in non-traditional careers, areas of study and higher degrees.

Your New Role

As members of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team, EDI Project Coordinators are supported to develop and drive relevant initiatives, projects and programs which support the implementation of Murdoch University's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion sub-strategy.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD; 0.6FTE): This EDI Project Coordinator will primarily focus on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse cohorts (CALD) and will champion projects that enhance the inclusion and empowerment of culturally diverse groups within the university. Coordinating with community networks and advisory groups, the role will drive initiatives that celebrate and support the diverse cultural backgrounds of staff, students, and the broader community. Responsibilities encompass the coordination of projects tailored specifically for CALD communities, facilitating training opportunities to enhance intercultural competence, and actively identifying areas for improvement to foster the continual development of a culturally responsive and inclusive university environment.

Your key responsibilities will include -

Manage and coordinate projects that promote inclusion and empowerment for equity groups in higher education

• Deliver equity training programs, accreditation applications, and strategic EDI reports, including Athena Swan Cygnets, the Reconciliation Action Plan, and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
• Analyse EDI data to set benchmarks, evaluate initiatives, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support EDI Advisory Groups by organising meetings, preparing agendas, and delivering reports.
• Foster collaboration through a community of practice with stakeholders across the university.
• Oversee communication, marketing, and engagement strategies while maintaining compliance with legislation and university policies.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the university's commitment to equity and inclusion.

• Applicants who are from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role.
• Applicants must state their preferred area of focus in the application.

What we offer you!

This Continuous, | Part time attracts a remuneration of $95,826 - $105,578 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 8% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter (up to 5 pages) that includes a statement addressing the following selection criteria: 1, 3, 4, and 6* (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with relevant workplace experience, or an equivalent combination of education/training and relevant experience in the higher education sector or in professional roles focused on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
• A demonstrated understanding of Federal and State anti-discrimination and equal opportunity legislation.
• Knowledge and understanding of equity groups within the higher education framework and the issues facing these cohorts.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination and administration and in achieving project outcomes.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience in organisational data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Demonstrated organisational, time and workload management skills, including ability to prioritise workload to meet strict timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to take direction, work independently, when directed, or as a part of team.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a university environment

Please view the position description here.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Rebecca Bennett, Pro Vice Chancellor Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, via [email protected] using the subject line: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Projects Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs and quote JR103331 as the reference.

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.