Diversity Inclusion Lead

• Responsible for leading the implementation of USU’s inaugural RAP and DIAP
• Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates
• Prestigious and convenient working location

WHO WE ARE

The USU is a not-for-profit organisation that has existed to serve the University of Sydney community since 1874 when it began as a humble society for ambitious student debaters.

We provide key programs, services and facilities that enhance campus life for the many thousands who join and interact with us. The programs department deliver student experiences through a range of activities including programs, events, clubs and societies, activations and funding initiatives.

The USU’s vision is to provide the best university experience in Australia and our mission is to be the heart of uni life.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Working within the Student Experience department and collaborating throughout the USU, this new position will be essential to delivering USU’s inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). This role will contribute to our strategic and operational plans to ensure a student-centred approach, respectful of first nations (FN) peoples, and helping to drive growth in the quality of member opportunities, support culture, and increased participation. This includes ensuring the accessibility and inclusiveness of USU’s spaces, programs, and services for students with disabilities, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders to foster an inclusive culture within the USU and the broader university community.

The USU’s draft RAP and DIAP are in development and the role of the Diversity Inclusion Lead is to guide USU and lead the implementation of both plans via the delivery of actions and timelines across USU by engaging stakeholders, leading working parties, driving collaborative and respectful relationships, and promoting staff and student participation.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• You understand the importance and uniqueness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their cultures, knowledges, and experiences and can respectfully and effectively engage with Australia’s First Nations peoples.
• You understand accessibility issues and legislation, such as the Disability Discrimination Act 1992.
• You are an effective relationship builder, tailoring your approach and demonstrating your ability to develop and manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, to ensure effective program delivery.
• You have sound knowledge of or experience with matters relevant to the development and implementation of Reconciliation Action Plans. This may include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, training, and retention strategies; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander procurement; and employee engagement, including cultural competency.
• You are highly organised and accountable. You plan ahead to ensure delivery and work well with others to deliver results in a fast-paced environment and build a positive team culture.
• You have good analytical and problem-solving skills and apply these to manage complex situations, ensure continuous improvement of your work area and contribute to the strategic direction of a team.
• With your excellent communication skills and ability to review written materials and provide strategic guidance, you will support USU teams to improve their understanding of the RAP and DIAP Program.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in developing and implementing RAPs, working with organisations to improve cultural competency to build meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• 3 + years of relevant experience in disability advocacy, accessibility consulting, or a related field.

DESIRABLE CRITIERIA

• Consulting or professional experience working within the corporate, government, education, and not-for-profit sectors.
• Experience utilising data systems to understand and drive effective customer engagement.
• Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate field.

HOURS OF WORK

35 hours per week which may include some weekends, nights, and travel as dictated by business requirements.

BENEFITS

• An $15 meal allowance per day worked on campus, to use at any of USU’s food outlets
• 4 weeks annual leave + extra 7 days of paid leave every year!
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• Complimentary USU Membership giving discounts on and off campus
• Ongoing paid training and development
• And more!

SALARY

$100,00 FTE + 12% Superannuation

IDEAL START date

ASAP

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