• Key role in embedding child-safe practices at UWA.
• Lead the implementation of the Child Safety Framework Action Plan.
• Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract.
• Base salary range: $100,524 to $111,534 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
The Integrity and Standards Unit (ISU) is responsible for managing complaints, student discipline, integrity, and child safety. In 2025, ISU is leading an action plan to embed the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations at UWA.

About the opportunity

• Lead the implementation of the Child Safety Framework Action Plan, ensuring alignment with the Commonwealth Child Safe Framework and national child safety principles.
• Develop and implement tools, training, and resources to strengthen child-safe organisational practices across UWA.
• Support business units in auditing and enhancing their child safety frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

About you

• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
• Extensive project management experience (PMO), with a strong focus on developing child-safe organisations, including strategic planning, execution, and risk management.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing child protection policies, ensuring best practice compliance.
• Deep understanding of child safety frameworks, including the Commonwealth Child Safe Framework, relevant legislation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, including collaboration with external partners and government agencies.

Special Requirements

• Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

Position description:  Senior Project Officer (Child Safety).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Gina Barron at gina.barron@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Apply online via the Apply Now button, submitting your Resume and Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 2 April 2025

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

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, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For application queries, contact the person in the advertisement or email the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with your query and the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.