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Social Worker – Clerk Grade 6/7 – Disability Royal Commission Legal Service – Central Sydney – Temp up to 30 June 2022

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

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ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

 

The Disability Royal Commission Legal Services (DRCLS) has been established to assist people to engage with the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (the Royal Commission). It will provide legal advice, information and assistance to members of the public wanting to engage with the Royal Commission. It is an independent, trauma-informed and culturally safe service delivered nationally using best practice standards and a human rights approach. It works in partnership with National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service and collaborate and consult with key stakeholders including peak organisations representing people with disabilities and community legal centres.

 

The DRCLS is a project of National Legal Aid (NLA) and established based on a consortium of Legal Aid Commissions in all States and Territories. It incorporates a central coordinating team and legal advice team, both of which are based in Legal Aid NSW; and a National Helpline based in Legal Aid Queensland. The DRCLS social worker will work alongside the legal team to ensure that the social and support needs of clients are addressed 

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

 

Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to support people to engage with the Disability Royal Commission. Provide clinical expertise and deliver high quality social work services to clients of the DRCLS in accordance with the ethics and standards established by the Australian Association of Social Workers.  

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will be a social worker with experience and expertise working with people with disabilities and their carers and families. Also someone who has worked in a multi-disciplinary setting and has a good working knowledge of the disability services sector. 

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check

 

• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid working visa        

 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications-Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work.

 

• Eligible to be a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

 

• Holds a valid Australian driver's licence 

    

HOW TO APPLY

Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.

 

Please Note: This is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander targeted advertisement under Part 5, clause 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014.  In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on how you satisfy the Aboriginality criteria.

Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.

Applicants are requested to attach:

• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)

• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:

 

1. Describe your experience and expertise working as a social worker with people with disabilities, their carers and families. 

 

2. Outline your knowledge of the disability services sector and your experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting. 

The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.

 

Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible.

 

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.

 

ROLE NOTES

 

Legal Aid NSW considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

 
Applicants applying through this Aboriginal Targeted stream must satisfy the Aboriginality criteria. Aboriginality is defined by decent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.

 

For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal network, career development opportunities and support systems please email aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au  

 

FURTHER INFORMATION
 

• Temporary Opportunity at Central Sydney up to 30 June 2022 (35HPW) 

• Enquiries: Shanna Satya on (02) 9219 5763 or email Shanna.Satya@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW

• Package up to $110K

• Jobs Board Ref No. 00007FRU
• Closing Date: Sunday, 1 December 2019 [11:59pm]

 

 

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Director of Medical Services – Durri Aboriginal Medical Service

Kempsey, NEW South Wales Employment Office
About Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service

We've been on a heck of a journey.
Over the past few years, we've transformed our approach to delivering vital primary health care, and have become an organisation to be proud of.

Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and they set the direction for our people, who have achieved so much. Join us and you'll find a supportive and caring environment, built by professional, down to earth people who are dedicated to our mission.

Durri employs people who have a passion and genuine interest in working with Aboriginal Health Services. We understand the culture, the history and how Durri got to where we are today. We want people who are committed to contributing to vital health improvements for today and tomorrow.

Work for our community, with meaningful reward…

Situated mid-way between Brisbane and Sydney, Durri is just 15 minutes from some of the most beautiful beaches on the East Coast, and 35 minutes from the bustling hub of Port Macquarie!

Durri ACMS now has a unique opportunity for a Director of Medical Services to join their clinic in Kempsey, NSW on a full-time, 3 year contract, commencing February 2020. Hours will be Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, with no after hours or weekend work required.

In this pivotal role, your primary responsibility will be to lead and consolidate a team of full-time and part-time General Practitioners that work across the Durri clinics, while also delivering general practice services within Aboriginal Health.

Although your primary focus will be on leadership and coordination, you will also be responsible for providing primary health care services to patients in the clinic as required.

Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role in which to embrace unique, complex challenges and benefit from broad exposure to a number of health conditions and a varied client base that you won't find elsewhere.

Durri ACMS is undergoing an exciting period of fine tuning their model of care, and the successful incumbent will play a key part in the future direction and success of the organisation.

You'll join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of health professionals delivering highly regarded and beneficial services to the local community. 

The successful candidate will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package circa $399,000 inclusive of base salary and salary packaging options. 

A further range of ongoing benefits will include:
* 6 weeks' annual leave;
* A motor vehicle for private use (or a vehicle allowance if preferred);
* Access to rostered days off;
* Contribution to medical indemnity insurance;
* 10 days paid study leave; and
* Annual CPI increase

Non-ongoing benefits include:
* Relocation assistance (if applicable); and
* Accommodation assistance (negotiable, up to 3 months)

This makes it a fantastic opportunity for interstate candidates wanting to apply!

If you're looking to contribute to vital health improvements for today and tomorrow, and want to contribute to closing the gap in Aboriginal healthcare, this is the opportunity for you – ApplyNow!
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Team Leader – Child Friendly Alice

Alice Springs, Northern Territory Australian Red Cross
* Full-time (38 hours per week) Maximum term role (until 30 June 2020)
* Excellent Salary Packaging options
* Based in Alice Springs, NT

Who we are
Australian Red Cross is part of the worlds largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.
 
About the role
The Child Friendly Alice (CFA) program is an emerging community place based collaboration committed to maximizing impact by key stakeholders working together to collectively address vulnerability and achieve better outcomes for children and families in Alice Springs. This work relies on the coordination and support of the Backbone Group and Governance Groups to drive action and achieve the strategic program outcomes.
 
The Child Friendly Alice Team Leader is one of the members of the Backbone Group and is responsible for proactively bringing people and information together; building individual and organizational capacity; facilitating targeted initiatives; fostering collaborative relationships; coordinating administrative activities; delivering communication strategies; taking fiscal accountability of the allocated budgets and collection of data and reporting outcomes.
 
Subject to further funding this position will be continued beyond 2020.
 
What you will bring
* Experience in marketing and communications
* Proven experience coordinating and delivering communications across a wide range of media
* Experience managing websites and social media, including content development
* Experience developing communication plans and strategies
* Ability to clearly communicate technical information to a wide variety of audiences, possess strong written and oral communication
* Proven experience in working with communities with high levels of diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
* Demonstrated ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders.
* Current and valid Australian C class drivers licence
* NT Working with Children check is a mandatory requirement for this role

Benefits
Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work that you do will help improve outcomes for vulnerable people. Red Cross offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible working arrangements.
 
Further information
Please visit http://careers.redcross.org.au/cw/en/job/513723?lApplicationSubSourceID=11182 for Hiring Manager contact details or to view the position description for this role.

Location: Australia and Oceania,—-Alice Springs
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Call Centre Operator & Administration Clerk

Singleton, NEW South Wales Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Broadspectrum is an operations, maintenance and construction services organisation, operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, property and defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business offering the training, opportunities and support you need to begin and build a successful career.

Broadspectrum requires an experienced Call Centre Operator / Administration Clerk to assist our Defence Contract’s National Vehicle Recovery Call Centre in its daily operations as well as provide administrative support for our Defence Maintenance and National Clothing stores contract. The role is based at Lone Pine Barracks in Singleton.

Responsibilities of the role include (but not limited to):

  • Call centre response, records management, data entry and updating of information systems.
  • Following specific instructions to deliver great outcomes for our client.
  • Liaising with co-workers and clients to implement work orders in a timely and professional manner.
  • Periodical manning of the ‘on call’ duty phone.
  • Attending Broadspectrum and client production meetings as required.
  • Assist with the administration of subcontractors within the business area.
  • Quote work packets and assess requirements in conjunction with subcontractors.

Your skills:

  • You’ll bring a professional attitude, with proven experience in customer contact and a willingness to deliver above and beyond for our client.
  • Knowledge of how the ADF operates. Preferable but not essential.
  • Skills in Administration and the associated IT and software packages, with experience in SAP highly regarded.
  • Professional qualifications in Administration and/or Call Centres.

If you’re an outgoing, customer focussed person with an eye for detail and would like to bring your skills in Administration and Call Centres to a career with Broadspectrum then please hit APPLY NOW! 

Must be an Australian Citizen and able to pass a federal Police Background check.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion is a key component of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business.

Position Reference Number: 107578

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Construction & Maintenance Worker

Hope Valley, South Australia Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

Broadspectrum and Suez, have teamed together as Allwater – an internationally experienced team that combines operating and technical excellence on a global scale within the Water and Wastewater Industry. Together with our Alliance partner SA Water, Allwater is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater networks and associated assets throughout the Adelaide metropolitan area.

 

  • Hope Valley / Northern Suburbs Base
  • Permanent Full Time
  • Day Shift
  • On Call Roster (1 Week in Every 5)

 

Allwater are seeking applications for experienced candidates to fulfil the role of Construction and Maintenance Worker, within the Customer Field Services group based at the Northern Networks Depot (Hope Valley).

The successful candidate will work 7.6 hour days across a 7 day roster, participate in a 7-day on-call roster and receive 5 weeks of annual leave. This role will suit applicants who have experience in a similar role, are keen/fast learners and enjoy having variety in their daily work.

 
Working closely with the Customer Field Services Supervisors, Field Coordinators and Network Technicians, the successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Reactive and preventative maintenance for wastewater mains, connections and related activities
  • Reactive and preventative maintenance on water mains, water services including water meter replacement and repairs at the meter
  • Shut-off and charging of water mains and the operation of fire plugs and hydrants
  • Location and adjustment of castings and inspections points
  • Clean-up following burst mains
  • Liaising with the public, as well as internal and external stakeholders
  • Upholding a safe work environment and contributing towards a positive ‘safety’ culture
  • Ensuring work is carried out with regard to accepted work practices, safety and environmental standards, key and specific performance indicators, timelines and ESCOSA requirements

To be considered for this role, the following qualifications/licences/skills will be highly regarded:

  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Heavy Combination (HC) or Heavy Rigid (HR) License (Essential)
  • White Card (Essential)
  • Front End Loader and Tipper (Highly desirable)
  • Backhoe and Excavator (Highly desirable)
  • Work Zone Traffic Management (Highly desirable)
  • Skills in the use of valve keys, freezing unit, inlet/outlet risers, meters and stopcock (Desirable)
  • Construction or Civil works experience (Desirable)
  • Use of construction equipment experience (Desirable)

Key requirements:

  • Current unrestricted Australian driver’s license is required.
  • Verification of qualifications/licenses will be undertaken along with pre-employment medicals and background police checks for all shortlisted candidates.
  • The right to work in Australia 

To apply this position, please forward a current CV and Cover Letter addressing the key criteria, by clicking ‘APPLY’ and following the prompts

 

 

 

 

 

Allwater prides itself on a commitment to safety, a drive for excellence and offers challenge, growth and career opportunity in a supportive working environment.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and create a high-performance business.  Broadspectrum has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan.  
 
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

Position Reference Number: 107956

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HSE Lead

Adelaide, South Australia Skout Solutions ABN: 40 614 706 526

The Company
Broadspectrum is an operations, maintenance and construction services organisation, operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, property and defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business offering the training, opportunities and support you need to begin and build a successful career

The Role

Due to recent award of a long-term maintenance contract with BHP, Broadspectrum is seeking an experienced HSE Lead to join our team. The primary purpose of the role is to partner with the team, providing leadership and support for compliance and operational excellence in health, safety and environmental matters. The timely provision of the appropriate Broadspectrum tools, processes, expertise and insights will be key success factors, as will your ability to be a team player.

This full-time ongoing role will see you located on site at Olympic Dam working a FIFO roster (13/8)

Requirements

  • As a result, we seek to employ people who will succeed in this role and who will likely have:
  • Hold Tertiary HSE qualifications (e.g. Bachelor of aScience (HSE) or Post Graduate studies with a related bachelor’s degree).
  • Experience providing advice and assistance to support Project/Contract Managers and our frontline teams to ensure the effective implementation of the Operating Excellence HSE systems.
  • High level of experience in the development and implementation of HSE Management & Improvement Plans
  • Ability to develop Risk Assessments (JSA/SWMS) and verify critical control effectiveness.
  • Prior exposure to risk-based incident investigations (Ideally ICAM)
  • Experience on-boarding and managing sub-contractors from a HSE perspective. 
  • High level of verbal and written communication skills.
  • Previous experience working on a mine site / heavy industrial environment
  • Strong analytical skills.

Benefits 
This is your chance to be part of a long term, safe, innovative, high performing, flexible culture that you deserve.

Application
Apply now to join our dynamic, growing and inclusive company where you will have the opportunity to bring your skills, experience and ‘can do’ attitude to the team.

Our recruitment approach is focused on creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that values people for their diverse experience, talent and culture. Diversity is essential to our success and building a high-performing business.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing Diversity and Creating Inclusion are key components of our Talent Management Strategy. The creation of a Diverse and Inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success, creating a high-performance business.

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Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Combined Recruitment – Solicitor – Legal Officer IV – Civil Law – Central Sydney – Temporary 00007ILX

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

A Grade IV Legal Officer in the Civil Law Division will:

·         Provide a high quality advice, minor assistance and casework services in areas such as consumer, mental health, human rights, employment, housing, immigration, social security, and/or coronial inquests, or other areas of civil law.

·         Conduct and supervise other legal officers to ensure an efficient and effective legal practice in accordance with the standards required by Legal Aid NSW.

·         Contribute to the leadership of the Civil Law Division.

·         Assist people to overcome disadvantaged circumstances

·         Comply with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.

 

ABOUT YOU

 

The successful applicant will be an experienced lawyer who is able to conduct litigation and respond to tight deadlines. You will have experience working with clients with high needs, and knowledge of the legal issues that affect disadvantaged communities. You will have a demonstrated ability to manage staff. Ideally you will have a passion for housing and homelessness issues and experience advising and representing clients in these areas.

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Senior Finance Partner, Performance & Reporting – Clerk Grade 9/10 – Central Sydney – Ongoing – Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Combined Recruitment

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW

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ABOUT LEGAL AID NSW

 
Legal Aid NSW is the largest legal aid agency in Australia, comprising of a Central Sydney office and 25 regional offices in metropolitan and regional centres across NSW and a number of specialist services and advice clinics. Working at Legal Aid NSW provides the opportunity to support people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and children, Indigenous people and people with mental illness who may experience difficulties when enforcing and defending their rights.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Finance Partner, Performance and Reporting provides high quality financial and budget analysis, financial reporting, forecasting and the development, and maintenance of financial modelling. This financial and operational insight will assist stakeholders in making informed business decisions. 

ABOUT YOU

 

Some of the fundamental skills and experience you will require to be successful in this role are:

 

• Senior financial management experience with a proven record of achievement

 

• Solid analytical and reporting skills

 

• Proven ability in building and developing financial models to identify trends and issues affecting financial performance.

 

• Demonstrated experience in the establishment and ongoing review of rolling forecasts at the macro and micro levels.

 

• Demonstrated ability to interpreting multi layered and complex data.

 

• Solid interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills which helps build and maintain stakeholder relationships.      

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting or equivalent and extensive relevant experience

 

• Advanced knowledge and skills in financial modelling and financial management systems

 

• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check

 

• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship or Australian Permanent Residency 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications MUST be submitted online through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to be considered. No late applications will be accepted.

Applicants should read the Role Description and consider the Focus Capabilities and Key Accountabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.

Applicants are requested to attach:

• current resume / curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages)

• cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the following two questions:

 

1. Describe a time when you had to implement a forecasting model and/or communicate a forecasting report you developed.  Your response should cover the approach taken, factors consider and the feedback received.

 

2. Provide an example of when you used financial information and/or other program relevant information to support or drive an organizational decision.  What challenges did you face and how did you handle them?

The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining capability and suitability for the role.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current vacancies and may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Legal Aid NSW welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.

 

Legal Aid NSW provides dignified access to accommodate the diverse needs of our community. We acknowledge and support the access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities, as such all of our offices are accessible. 

 

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to participate in the recruitment process, or you are looking for general information about our reasonable adjustment process, please contact our team via email, and advise your preferred method of communication: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.

 

ABORIGINAL AND NON-ABORIGINAL COMBINED RECRUITMENT

In the pre-screening questions you will need to provide information on whether you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Aboriginality is defined by descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.

For Aboriginal specific information regarding working at Legal Aid NSW, our Aboriginal network, career development opportunities and support systems please email aboriginalservices@legalaid.nsw.gov.au 

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Ongoing Opportunity at Central Sydney (35HPW)
• Enquiries: Otto Pugliano on (02) 9219 5956 or Otto.Pugliano@legalaid.nsw.gov.au 
• Applying for a Role
• Working at Legal Aid NSW

• Package up to $135K 

• Jobs Board Ref No. 00007E9D
• Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 January 2020 [11:59pm] 

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PROFESSOR IN OPTIMISATION

The University of Melbourne,, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: G-0049578

Work type: Continuing

Location: Parkville

Division/Faculty: Melbourne School of Engineering

Department/School: School of Computing and Information Systems

Salary: $195,618 (Level E)

Role & Superannuation rate: Academic – Full time – 17% super

The University of Melbourne

Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in researchlearning, and teaching and engagement. It’s consistently ranked among the leading universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities placing it as number 1 in Australia and number 32 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019-2020).

Melbourne School of Engineering

The Melbourne School of Engineering (MSE) is the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research. We are a multidisciplinary School organised into three key areas; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). MSE continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society.

Our ten-year strategy, MSE 2025, is our School’s commitment to bring to life the University-wide strategy Growing Esteem and reinforce the University of Melbourne’s position as one of the best in the world. Investment in new infrastructure, strengthening industry engagement and growing the size and diversity of our staff and student base to drive innovation and develop the transformative technologies of the future are all fundamental principles underpinning MSE 2025.

http://www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/about/join-mse/why-join-mse

The School of Computing & Information Systems

The School of Computing & Information Systems (CIS) undertakes research and teaching across a range of information technology disciplines including Software Engineering, Information Systems, and Computer Science. The original Department of Computer Science was founded in 1955, making it one of the oldest in the world .CIS offers a comprehensive range of IT courses at all levels, including offerings in science, engineering, and business, and is at the forefront of computing research in Australia and internationally with close links to major computing research initiatives, including Melbourne Bioinformatics, IBM Research, and CSIRO’s DATA61. 

The School’s aim is to attract and retain outstanding staff available in order to maintain a leading research and teaching. We have an existing highly successful research team in the area of the appointment, a large number of PhD candidates, and a substantial cohort of graduate students in our coursework Masters programs.

In late 2020 CIS will move to a new home, Melbourne Connect, which will be one of the foremost innovation precincts in the world. Through co-location of talented researchers, scientists, academics and students with private enterprise  and government partners in a series of connected buildings the University seeks to unlock the value of its research. Moreover, we will be addressing major societal challenges by identifying solutions that are data driven, digitally enabled and socially responsible.

To find out more about CIS, visit: http://www.cis.unimelb.edu.au/

Position Summary

This position has been created to provide academic leadership around our Optimisation activities and to foster new research opportunities in the School of Computing and information Systems (CIS). Further aspects of the role are to strengthen relationships with Melbourne Connect and its key research partners, other University groups, and external research organisations and industry partners.

The University of Melbourne has strong and growing activity in digital and data science across all academic divisions and has nationally leading computing infrastructure and data analytics capability. Specific academic initiatives include, but are not limited to, Al and digital ethics, Al assurance and autonomy, cybersecurity, data science, digital health, clinical and health informatics, and digital humanities.

Melbourne Connect (MC) is a major initiative that aligns with the University's strategic intent of greater enterprise engagement for enhanced research translation and impact. Current activity is focused  on  a number  of  parallel  and  inter-dependent  workstreams:  infrastructure  planning  and  development  work ongoing engagement with government and industry partners to build research and innovation  partnerships and secure tenancies; and delivery of an ‘activation’ program  of curated  events, activities and exhibitions to enhance interactions between the University academic staff, Melbourne Connect precinct tenants, and the wider community.

CIS has world-leading research groups in Optimisation, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Algorithms. In conjunction with the Faculty of Science we are leading the University in programs such as the BSc major in Data Science and the Master of Data Science. Building on these strengths we seek to enlarge our team with a Professor with a focus on Optimisation for the purposes of further enhancing the national and global visibility of our research in Optimisation, and developing large-scale initiatives in Optimisation with industry, government, and defence. The appointee be expected to provide leadership in teaching, research, strategic planning, project development and planning, project management, and supervise staff and students.

The Melbourne School of Engineering is strongly committed to supporting diversity and flexibility in the workplace. Applications for part-time or other flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be fully considered subject to meeting the inherent requirements of the position.

The University seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce and the representation of women in areas they have been traditionally under-represented. Consistent with this, MSE is seeking to increase the representation of women in the academic workforce across engineering disciplines. Under a Special Measure, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) the School is seeking to lift the representation of women over the next 5 years, and strongly encourages applications from suitably qualified female candidates.

Selection Criteria

ESSENTIAL

  • A PhD (or equivalent) in Computer Science, or another relevant field;
  • Distinguished career in an academic or research institution in an area broadly related to Optimisation;
  • An international reputation in leading research innovation and fostering research collaboration in Optimisation with researchers from other organisations as part of multi-disciplinary teams;
  • Demonstrated excellence in building and maintaining strong and enduring relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in complex settings;
  • Strong track record of encouraging and progressing research and innovation programs and processes;
  • An outstanding track record of industry-engaged research in Optimisation;
  • A demonstrated record of research impact and translation to practice;
  • Demonstrated excellence in academic leadership and management including an ability to build strong, sustainable teams, embedding change and driving performance in a large complex organisational environment;
  • A track record of building and sustaining partnerships with Australian and international research agencies, industry, government and/or community;
  • The capacity for innovative design, coordination and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate subjects and create opportunities for students to be exposed to strong industry experiences;
  • Proven excellence in attracting research funding from competitive grant agencies and other sources including industry;
  • Demonstrated experience of high-quality supervision of graduate students;
  • Exhibited commitment to the highest standards of scientific and ethical integrity;
  • A distinguished high-profile international standing of research in Optimisation;
  • Demonstrated success in fostering excellence in leadership in developing scholarly research and professional activities, both nationally and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

University expectations of a Professor

For applications at Level E, your attention is drawn to the paper, ‘Leadership Roles of Melbourne Professors’, which clarifies the expectations of a Professor at the University of Melbourne. It is included at the end of this document.

RESEARCH

  • Provide academic leadership across all aspects of the discipline; lead and drive research in Optimisation;
  • Obtain significant research funding from a variety of sources, including national competitive grants and other external bodies including industry and government;
  • Support the establishment of effective collaborations between multidisciplinary groups across the School, the University, national and international research partners required to support this agenda;
  • Publish papers on findings from research conducted; and make presentations at national and international scientific conferences and industry forums;
  • Attract, supervise and mentor junior researchers and graduate researchers in the field of Optimisation;
  • Mentor staff and research students to publish in top tiered refereed journals, books or monographs, reports and refereed conference proceedings.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

  • Lead a review of current teaching programmes in the field of Optimisation to provide rational and cohesive courses at the highest international level for undergraduate and postgraduate students;
  • Guide the development of Masters coursework programs in the discipline;
  • Coordinate and teach subjects and courses as required by the Head of School and in line with Melbourne School of Engineering workload models and Subject Evaluation Survey expectations.

LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE

  • Lead the education, training and research projects to ensure that they are completed within budget, on time, and of high quality;
  • Actively contribute to the overall leadership and strategic goals of CIS and actively contribute to resource management and planning at MSE;
  • Contribute to strategic planning and policy decision making processes by actively participating on relevant committees in MSE;
  • Foster excellence in research and teaching and develop best practice standards for the School;
  • Develop collaborative opportunities with Australian and international industry and research facilities;
  • Foster existing strategic relationships between the University and industry and develop new ones;
  • Foster a harmonious workplace environment that is conducive to productivity; promotes creativity; and rewards and recognises individuals and group achievement;
  • Make a significant contribution to the governance and collegial life inside and outside of the School.

ENGAGEMENT

  • Drive the national and international profile for the University in Optimisation;
  • Develop and implement education and research models which can be applied across a broad range of government and industry settings;
  • Engage in activities to support and influence relevant government policies and industry practices, by coordinating activities across the university as appropriate;
  • Champion debate, education and community engagement in Optimisation;
  • Develop a communication strategy that targets a range of audiences and links with government, national and international bodies as appropriate;
  • Liaise with others in the Melbourne School of Engineering and University to develop a collaborative approach to enhance educational and research programs of the School.

OTHER

  • Undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) responsibilities as outlined in Section 5;
  • Perform other tasks or project as required by the Head of the School.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion

The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. The University makes decisions on employment, promotion and reward on the basis of merit.

The University is committed to all aspects of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to providing all staff, students, contractors, honorary appointees, volunteers and visitors with a safe, respectful and rewarding environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation. This commitment is set out in the  University’s People Strategy 2015-2020 and policies that address diversity and inclusion, equal employment opportunity, discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying and appropriate workplace behaviour. All staff are required to comply with all University policies.

The University values diversity because we recognise that the differences in our people’s age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability and background bring richness to our work environment. Consequently, the People Strategy sets out the strategic aim to drive diversity and inclusion across the University to create an environment where the compounding benefits of a diverse workforce are recognised as vital in our continuous desire to strive for excellence and reach the targets of Growing Esteem.

For full details and to apply:
http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/901502/professor-in-optimisation

Applications close: 14 Feb 2020 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Source: Uniting News

Project Manager, Venice Biennale

Sydney, NEW South Wales Australia Council for the Arts

The Australia Council for the Arts is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural and regional communities, including people with disability.

About your role:

This role will lead and manage the operational requirements of various project areas including the exhibition at the Venice Biennale.

What's in it for you?

  • Flexible working hours
  • 2-year full-time contract
  • Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
  • Work in a positive environment that embraces diversity and supports your development
  • Salary package of $95,789 per annum + 9.5% superannuation

What will you be doing?

  • Leading the ongoing development and delivery of the exhibition
  • Managing the associated programs and partnerships
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders and contractors for the exhibition and programs
  • Advising stakeholders on strategies and policies associated with the project
  • Managing research, analysis and information gathering on the project

Source: Uniting News