• Join a team that focuses on the full spectrum of career development for students and recent graduates at Western Australia’s No.1 University.
• Work in a collaborative environment allows you to influence and integrate employability strategies directly into teaching and learning activities.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 18 months.
• Base salary range (Level 5): $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Careers and Employability Centre is responsible for delivery of professional, innovative careers development and employment services to all students (undergraduate, postgraduate and research) at the University. The Careers and Employability Centre works closely with internal stakeholders, including schools and the UWA Student Guild, and external stakeholders, including employers.

About the opportunity

You will provide career assistance including developing and coordinating projects associated with the needs of students and recent graduates in the University.
You will also be expected to support employability related activities undertaken by schools within the University and support engagement with employers in the wider community.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Substantial experience in developing and delivering training programs, activities and resources
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed oral presentation and interpersonal skills
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

Note: Provision of a Current Working with Children's Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - Careers Officer (517927).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ryan Whiddett at ryan.whiddett@uwa.edu.au 

How to apply 

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, the content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 14th July 2024

Benefits

• Work from home, part-time, and job-sharing options considered.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• Salary packaging options and 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

About The University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.
  
  

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.