About the Project

Critical Inclusion: Building SA’s Prosperity Through Gender Equality

The project supports the attraction, retention and progression of women in the gender segregated workplaces critical to South Australia’s industrial future. The project will develop and deliver targeted gender equality initiatives, underpinned by consultation, quantitative and qualitative research, tailored for targeted SA workplaces.

The initiatives include the development of tailored tools and resources, supported by educational sessions and training – designed to be scalable. The project culminates in the design of a comprehensive implementation program including the delivery of training.

Applicants who progress to interview will be provided with a full project brief, in order to prepare for interview.

The project runs for 12 months from the start of April 2025.

About the Position

The Project will be undertaken by a Project Team of five (5) people to be employed by SA Unions. The Project Team will be comprised of a Project Coordinator, three (3) Project Officers and a Communications and Design Officer.

The three (3) Project Officers will be primarily tasked with undertaking the components of the Project that relate to research, facilitation, drafting, interviewing, organising, data and information capture and education.

The Project Coordinator will coordinate and oversee the project, and manage project officers, ensuring delivery of the project plan and outcomes.

They will:

• Manage the project deliverables and project officers to ensure that milestones are met,
• Coordinate and consult with key external stakeholders,
• Liaison with the ACTU and other Trades and Labour Councils on the delivery of the project,
• Undertake compliance, reporting and quality control functions.

Some regional and interstate travel will be required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - REQUIRED

• Practical experience in workplace advocacy,
• Strong understanding of the barriers facing women in gender segregated industries,
• Understanding of industry structures, work health and safety and workplace rights,
• Proven experience in developing and leading projects and managing project resources,
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage, collaborate and inspire,
• The applicant must have strong organisational, interpersonal and relationship management skills,
• Demonstrated commitment to workers rights and trade unionism.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

It is desirable for candidates to satisfy one or more of the below:

• Demonstration of professional development relevant to the field of gender equity and WHS,
• Understanding of the impact of psychosocial hazards in the workplace,
• Experience managing and guiding a multi-disciplinary team,
• Relevant experience in a role progressing gender equity.

SALARY AND CONDITIONS

This is a one year, grant funded project.

Fixed term employment is offered for an initial six months, with an additional six month engagement contingent on meeting project milestones and funding conditions.

• Reporting to the Secretary, SA Unions
• Employment conditions subject to the SA Unions Enterprise Agreement
• Classification: Specialist Grade 1 - $117,000
• 13% Superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements and attractive leave entitlements including 12 rostered days off per year
• Christmas shutdown leave and 4 weeks annual leave
• Whilst the position is based in the Adelaide CBD, staff have access to remote working options
• CBD carparking provided

SA Unions is an equal opportunity employer. People from marginalised communities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.