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Solicitor I-III – Legal Officer Grade I-III – Family Law – Sydney Metropolitan Talent Pool for Ongoing or Temporary Positions – Full-time or Part-time – 00008ADV

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
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Solicitor I-III – Legal Officer Grade I-III – Family Law – Sydney Metropolitan Talent Pool for Ongoing or Temporary Positions – Full-time or Part-time – 00008ADV

• Talent Pool for Future Ongoing or Temporary vacancies
• Sydney Metropolitan Locations
• Competitive Salary Package at 127k pa 
 
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 position is responsible for:
• Providing high quality advice, minor assistance and casework service to disadvantaged communities
• Conducting an effective legal practice.
• Complying with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for passionate Solicitors with experience in family law and care and protection matters. Your strong communication skills will enable you to provide efficient and effective legal services to clients of Legal Aid from a range of diverse backgrounds.
 
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
 
• Legal Qualifications

• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW 
 
• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement 
 
• 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 for temporary vacancies

• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Resident for ongoing vacancies

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 1 page).

As part of the application process, you will also be required to respond to two targeted questions with a maximum of 300 words per question. Please do not attach your responses to these questions instead provide your responses when prompted during the application process:

1. What post admission experience do you have in the conduct of Family Law and Care and Protection matters?

2. What are the challenges in representing socially and/or economically disadvantaged clients?

Please save your CV and Cover Letter as 'LAST NAME, First name – CV/Cover Letter' in PDF or word format.

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 temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.

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.

FURTHER INFORMATION

• Talent Pool for ongoing/Temporary opportunities at full-time or part-time
• Enquiries: Convenor Christine Lovell-Jones on (02) 4908 6133 or Christine.Lovell-Jones@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
• The Sydney Metropolitan Offices include: Bankstown, Blacktown, Burwood, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith, Sutherland, Sydney Central 

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• Salary Range: $77,578 – $115,017 plus superannuation & leave loading

• Jobs Board Ref No. 00008ADV
• Closing Date: Sunday 20 June 2021 [11:59pm]  


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Executive Director, Development and Strategic Partnerships

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

Executive Director, Development and Strategic Partnerships                                                                                                                        

  • Shape and influence policy and attitudes towards Australian arts and creativity
  • Cultivate national and international strategic partnerships
  • Increase our impact across government, business, and community

This is a rare and exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced executive with prominent standing in their domain, to drive long-term sustainability and public value of Australian arts and creativity through influential strategic partnerships and sector development. 

The Australia Council for the Arts is the Australian Government's principal arts funding and advisory body. We champion and invest in Australian arts and creativity. We are committed to ensuring all Australians can enjoy the benefits of arts and creativity and be part of the cultural life of our nation.

As the Australia Council's Executive Director, Development and Strategic Partnerships you will play a leading role in advancing the Australia Council's sector development strategy and provide oversight of robust and impactful research, to increase understanding and advance priorities. You will improve the long-term sustainability of the arts and creative sector through industry partnerships, including all levels of government, commercial partners, NGOs, and social ventures.

In this role, you will stimulate a robust and inclusive national agenda, cultivate strategic partnerships and networks nationally and internationally, and represent Council in public industry forums. You will be driven to achieving the Australia Council's strategic objectives as a key contributor and member of the executive.

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Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment – Solicitor I-III- Legal Officer Grade I-III – Family Law – 1 Ongoing Vacancy at Tamworth and Talent Pool for Central and Inland NSW Offices (ID: 00008C12)

Sydney, NEW South Wales Legal Aid NSW
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Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment – Solicitor I-III- Legal Officer Grade I-III – Family Law – 00008C12

An information session facilitated by the Convenor, along with representatives from Recruitment and the Aboriginal Services Branch, will be held online on Microsoft Teams (link) on 1 July 2021 Thursday from 2-3PM.  

• Competitive Salary Package up to 127K
• x1 Immediate Ongoing Vacancy at Tamworth
• Talent Pool for future vacancies at Central and Inland NSW offices: Albury, Dubbo, Orange, Tamworth, Wagga Wagga
 
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 position is responsible for:
• Providing high quality advice, minor assistance and casework service to disadvantaged communities
• Conducting an effective legal practice.
• Complying with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for passionate Solicitors with experience in family law and care and protection matters. Your strong communication skills will enable you to provide efficient and effective legal services to clients of Legal Aid from a range of diverse backgrounds.
 
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Legal Qualifications

• Admission or eligibility for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
 
• Ability to provide a valid Practising Certificate upon commencement 
 
• Willingness to undertake a Criminal Record Check and/or working with Children Check
 
• Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Resident is essential for ongoing vacancies 

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

• Drivers Licence

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 1 page).

As part of the application process, you will also be required to respond to two targeted questions with a maximum of 300 words per question. Please do not attach your responses to these questions. Instead, provide your responses when prompted during the application process:

1. What post admission experience do you have in the conduct of Family Law and Care and Protection matters?

2. What are the challenges in representing socially and/or economically disadvantaged clients?

Please save your CV and Cover Letter as 'LAST NAME, First name – CV/Cover Letter' in PDF or word format.

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 temporary or ongoing vacancies that may arise over the next 18 months.

To ensure recruitment at Legal Aid NSW continues without interruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual methods may be used for interviews and assessments. This may include interviews conducted by video, telephone interviewing, Microsoft Teams meetings and online assessments.

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 is committed to increasing its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce to ensure the organisation is reflective of our client base. This is a targeted role in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities.

Please note: a role advertised as targeted does not preclude non-Aboriginal applicants from applying.

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

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.

FURTHER INFORMATION

An information session facilitated by the Convenor, along with representatives from Recruitment and the Aboriginal Services Branch, will be held online on Microsoft Teams (link) on 1 July 2021 Thursday from 2-3PM.  

• x1 Ongoing Opportunity at Tamworth (35HPW)
• Talent Pool for future vacancies in Central and Inland NSW – Albury, Dubbo, Orange, Tamworth, Wagga Wagga.
• Enquiries: Kasey Matheson on (02) 4908 6157 or Kasey.Matheson@legalaid.nsw.gov.au

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• Closing Date: Sunday 18 July 2021  [11:59pm] 

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MELBOURNE INDIGENOUS PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (MIPEP) 2021

The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne

University of Melbourne

Job no: MIPEP2021

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Parkville and Southbank, Vic

Multiple positions are available

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

Salary: $69,365 plus 9.5%* or 17% superannuation (dependent on role)
(*Standard 9.5% superannuation will increase to 10% from 1 July 2021)

Are you interested in developing your career while obtaining a nationally recognised qualification at the Diploma level? Would you like to work in a challenging and busy work environment? Would you want to be part of a cohort engaging in professional development and enrichment activities and also have a dedicated mentor to support your journey?

Then consider applying for the Melbourne Indigenous Professional Employment Program (MIPEP) 2021. There are vacancies in administrative and business support roles in which you will gain broad experience and skills in two separate business areas during the program.

The University of Melbourne is seeking Indigenous Australians who:

  • are enthusiastic about learning and acquiring new skills
  • thrive on gaining a wealth of experience
  • are committed to developing a career with us.

PLEASE DO NOT apply via the University website. Murrup Barak is working in partnership with AFL SportsReady who is managing all incoming applications.

As a pre-requisite to applying for the program, you are required to submit a separate cover letter, résumé and response to the selection criteria* for your application to be considered. All applications are to be sent only to Ria Stephenson with the email subject line stating: ‘My application for the Melbourne Indigenous Professional Employment Program 2021’.

Please find further information and apply by visiting the AFL Sportsready website: Melbourne Indigenous Professional Employment Program – AFL Sportsready

Who should I contact for further information?
If you are interested in applying, you are required to express your interest with Ria Stephenson from AFL SportsReady as soon as possible who will inform you of the next steps.

Ria Stephenson
Recruitment Consultant
T: 0457 772 600
E: applications@aflsportsreadycom.au

If you would like to know more about MIPEP or Indigenous Employment at the University more broadly, please contact Lea Stuart, Indigenous Employment Project Officer (leanora.stuart@unimelb.edu.au or (03) 8344 6840 / 0466 943 710.

What happens once my application is received by AFL SportsReady?
AFL SportsReady will contact all applicants to arrange an initial pre-screen for the role. Please note that the pre-screen is a mandatory component of the recruitment process and candidates must be willing to undertake a pre-screen to progress to the next stages of recruitment.

Your application will be processed and considered for MIPEP 2021. All candidates will be contacted on before Friday 30 July 2021 as to the outcome of their application.

Please note, if you are shortlisted, you are required to attend via zoom for both:
MIPEP Information Session (9 August 2021)
MIPEP Assessment Centre (10 August 2021)

* Your application should include a response against the following 3 selection criteria.

  1. High attention to detail with the ability to priorities task, identify issues, problem solve and improve processes
    For example: What tasks are you currently responsible for, what issues have risen, how did you solve the issues and what was put in place to rectify the issues arising again.
  2. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills to adapt to a wide range of stakeholders
    For example: Provide an explanation of a time you have had to communicate with a manager, client and/or customer.
  3. Committed team player with the capability to collaborate to achieve team goals. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport
    For example: In the past how have you adapted your communication style to suite a specific situation or people.

For information to assist you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria/competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

Position Description http://go.unimelb.edu.au/h8ti

Applications close: 18 Jul 2021 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

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Deputy Director Indigenous Health

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Government vacancies
The Role
The Department of Defence is a key supporter of the Commonwealth National Agreement on Closing the Gap with our commitments outlined in the Defence Reconciliation Action Plan (D-RAP) 2019-2022. The D-RAP includes 61 key actions to support Indigenous personnel, communities and businesses.

As a valued member of our Directorate, you will play a key role in supporting Joint Health Command through the coordination, design and delivery of health initiatives to advance the health outcomes of Australian Defence Force (ADF) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

You will lead the promotion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health projects, showing awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture within the ADF and wider community.

Key accountabilities:

  • Determine requirements in areas of Indigenous Health (eg. needs analysis) and present briefing packs accordingly;
  • Identify, develop, nurture and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and employ a collaborative approach to drive positive outcomes;
  • Lead the development and implementation of Indigenous Health initiatives across the Defence Health workforce (eg. Health promotion activities);
  • Support the ongoing evaluation of implementation and strategies to ensure continuous improvement and contribution towards Closing the Gap initiatives.
  • Strengthen policies and practices; and
  • Maintain culturally appropriate health education and information promoting health and wellbeing for Indigenous Australians across the ADF Health Workforce.

The current position is ongoing however we will be creating a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 12 months.

About our Team
The Directorate of Defence Health People Reform (DHPR) was established in June 2020 as part of the Operational Health Branch within Joint Health Command. The DHPR is responsible to the Commander Joint Health in their capacity as the Joint Workforce Sponsor. Our goal is to oversee the Defence health workforce (e.g. doctors, nurses, medics and dentist etc.) to meet Defence priorities and operational requirements. We work in collaboration with the Services (Navy, Army and Air Force), Joint Health Command and Defence People Group to drive reform in all areas relating to the Defence Health workforce.
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IHL Legal Adviser

, Australian Red Cross

Permanent, full time position
 
* Based in Canberra, ACT
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply
* People with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply
 
If you require any adaptations to our usual recruitment process to enable you to put your best foot forward, please dont hesitate to contact us, we would warmly welcome your input.
 
About Red Cross
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian Movements seeking to build a better society based on people helping people. Our vision is human dignity, peace, safety, and well-being for all.
 
About the role
You will work primarily to promote national implementation of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) as well as supporting the other work streams of the IHL department.
 
You will be responsible for fostering strategic and constructive relationships with the Australian Government and developing internal legal and policy positions on matters relating to IHL issues within Australia.
 
You will also coordinate the IHL departments engagement with the legal sector, including the judiciary.
 
The Legal Adviser is also a representative of the IHL department in the ACT and undertakes specific stakeholder engagement and IHL training and dissemination locally as required.
 
What you will bring
* Legal qualification and proven legal practice experience in Australia
* Experience working in a legal or policy function within Government
* Demonstrated understanding of government processes, public policy, politics and advocacy
* Broad, up-to-date contacts in federal government and strong networking and relationship building skills
* Highly-developed diplomatic and persuasive skills
* Strong knowledge of international humanitarian law
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a matrix structure – demonstrating initiative, flexibility and willingness to collaborate
 
Why work with us?
Work for purpose and know that your work helps keep our people and the communities we work with safe.
 
You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
 
Further Information
To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below. For additional enquiries, please contact Yvette Zegenhagen on 0413 251 862.
 
Position description:  1 Position Description – Team Member – IHL Legal Adviser.pdf
 
Applications for this position will close at 11:55pm on Monday, 12th July 2021.
 
Location: Australia and Oceania, Melbourne

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RMIT Online – Casual Tutors – Further Programming

Melbourne, Victoria RMIT
~~RMIT Online: Further Programming – Casual Online Tutors

* Casual part time, working from home

About us 
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. 
Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT's leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.
 
Culture  
* Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.  
* Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.  
* What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.  
* Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.  

About The Role
* Further Programming is an undergraduate Bachelor level course that provides students with and advanced understanding of Object-Orientated software development with a focus on* Architecture and Design and how this relates to programming and implementation. As an online tutor you will be building upon students' existing programming knowledge using Java as the implementation platform.
* You will further assist students in other aspects of their projects, including critical thinking, problem-solving development methods, team work and effective communication.
* Our Online Tutors deliver pre-planned academic content using the Canvas Learning Management System. An Online Tutor is not expected to create or add content to a course. 
* As an Online Tutor your role will include three functions: the delivery of pre-planned academic content; facilitating learning activities and assessments tasks, which will include webinars, online discussion boards and assessments/feedback and the moderation, marking, processing, and submitting of assessment results. 

Please see the attached Course guide for further information surrounding course content: Further Programming

About you
Engaging. Inspiring. Collaborative. Intelligent. Strategic. 

You'll possess a wide range of knowledge and skills in your field of expertise and will have the know how to utilise this to enhance student success and outcomes. You'll strive to provide the best student experience possible are capable in using the latest digital tools and technologies to deliver innovative course material in an exciting manner. 

You must be willing to engage with RMIT Online facilitation strategies and be willing; 
* To be coached 
* To reflect on your teaching style to adapt to student needs 
* To implement feedback based on best practice and student feedback 
* To make sense of course content that may have little direction 

Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of core Java API (Java 8 / 11) development
* Solid experience using Eclipse IDE for Java program development
* Strong understanding of design patterns including MVC, Graphical User Interface development multi-threaded programming and client server application development in Java.
* Online Tutors delivering a Bachelor's level course must have a Master's degree in a suitable content area for the course. Qualifications should be accompanied by relevant industry experience. 

Teaching experience in higher education context, especially online, is highly desirable and candidates who have 3+ years of work experience are highly valued. If you're able to provide examples of previous Good Teaching Scores (or equivalent) this will be further beneficial. 
Application that does not address these specific requirements for this course will not be considered.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check.

Bring your whole self to work  
We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.   

We're proud to share with you some of our wins:  
* RMIT University is an Athena SWAN member with Bronze Award accreditation and the College of Science, Engineering and Health is central to driving improvements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines. 
* We placed 11th in the 2019 Talent Board APAC Candidate Experience Awards.  
* RMIT was placed 10th in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards, up five spots from 2018.  
* We were named as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in 2019.  
* We achieved Gold Employer status for LGBTIQ inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) in 2018 and now in 2019.  
* We were recognised as a top five employer in 2018 for workplace accessibility with the Australian Network on Disability.  
* The launch of our second Reconciliation Plan, Dhumbah Goorowa- a "commitment to share" – an important step in our reconciliation journey.  

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role. 

We are also happy to make adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please email casualrecruitment@rmit.edu.au with your request(s).

Applications close Sunday 11 July 2021, 11.55pm

Salary: Not Specified

Location: Australia and Oceania,—-Melbourne
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Learning Design Officer

Melbourne, RMIT

Full-Time, Ongoing position to support the Digital Development team
 
* Salary Level HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
* Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
 
About RMIT 
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. 
 
Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT's leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates. 
 
Our Culture
Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.
 
Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.
 
What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.
 
Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.
 
About You
The role of the Learning Design Officer will support high quality digital learning for course and programs, specifically RMIT's online learning environments. They will work closely with key stakeholders in the Colleges, Schools and RMIT Studios to support the transformation and enhancement of courses and programs, including the embedding of micro-credentials. The incumbent is expected to respond to School, College and University strategic priorities and support the implementation of digital learning that is consistent with university principles.
 
To be successful in this position, you'll have as a minimum: 
* Knowledge of digital learning principles and practices (experience in Canvas desirable)
* Demonstrated project coordination skill and experience.
* Demonstrated excellent communication skills and proven ability to secure the cooperation and engagement of a wide range of people within a complex environment.
* Well-developed organisational, planning and analytical skills
* Demonstrated ability to encourage and facilitate systems and work practices that are collaborative, support a team environment and adhere to procedures, standards and guidelines.
* Relevant experience in Higher Education desirable but not essential.
 
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
 
About the College
 
Program and Digital Development
 
Future-focused, discipline specific, program and course design and development (redesign and new courses); digital and blended learning; learning design:
* Using student-centred principles and practices to create engaging, relevant and informative learning journeys. UX approach. 
* UX, SX and digital development in courses and programs
* Purposeful use of educational technology
* Program and course design and development including English Language support
* Curriculum, assessment and pedagogy consultation and evaluation
* Design and embed of micro-credentials in curriculum
* Lead blended learning implementation in the College
 
To Apply 
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link below. For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Jenny at jenny.seo@rmit.edu.au
 
PD – Learning Design Officer.pdf
 
Applications close on 20th July at 11.55pm.
 
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Bring Your Whole Self to Work 
 
We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.  
 
We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. 
 
RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 
 
RMIT is a Disability Confident Recruitment Team and we are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us at TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au telling us your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements. 
 
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 
 
Please note that whilst we still accept applications from any persons interested in our roles, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia's immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/ 
 
We are a 2021 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Location: Australia and Oceania, Melbourne

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT / RESEARCH FELLOW IN INDIGENOUS PUBLIC HEALTH (4 POSITIONS)

The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne

Job no: 0053388

Work type: Fixed Term (various)

Location: Parkville, Vic

Division/Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne

Department/School: Melbourne School of Population and Global Health

Role & Superannuation rate: Academic – 10% or 17% Super (subject to employment type)

RESEARCH ASSISTANT/RESEARCH FELLOW

1 x Salary: 3 year appointment $107,547 – $127,707 (Level B)

1 x Salary: 3 year appointment $75,289 – $102,163 (Level A) or $107,547 – $127,707 (Level B)

2 x Salary: 1 year appointment $75,289 – $102,163 (Level A)

All positions can be part-time minimum 0.8 EFT to 1.0 full-time EFT as suited to the applicant. Superannuation is 10% or 17% subject to position type. 

About the role(s):

The Indigenous Health Equity Unit at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health is seeking to appoint four Research Assistant/Fellows. The successful applicant/s will be expected to contribute to supporting, developing and managing a program of research and work as part of an Aboriginal-led interdisciplinary research team of Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers.  The successful applicant/s will benefit from working with a large network of investigators, partners and stakeholders.

The positions represent an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic research team and support research relevant to the urgent public health issues of intergenerational trauma and improving health equity.   You will have experience in supporting academic researchers, have experience working in the field of supporting families or social and emotional wellbeing (in practice, policy or both), and have highly developed communication skills (written and oral). The positions will be provided with a supportive culture where applicants can further develop these skills.

As well as contributing to the overall work of the team and emerging opportunities, each role will have a specific portfolio focus tailored to the interests and skills of the successful applicant/s, including:

  1. Oversight and conduct of quantitative data collection, data analysis, including psychometric evaluation, preparing manuscripts for publication and assisting with preparing grant applications.
  2. Oversight and development of program materials (qualitative and quantitative data collection, ethics submissions, partnerships, educational and implementation materials).
  3. Coordinate parent and service provider discussion groups, analysis and writing up project outcomes.
  4. Conducting high quality Cochrane systematic reviews.

In your application, please indicate in your Cover Letter which of the four portfolio focuses are of particular interest to you. 

Indigenous applicants encouraged to apply.

Details of the roles for each level are shown in the Position Descriptions below.

Position Descriptions

 0053388_Level A_9 Jul 2021.pdf

 0053389_Level B_9 Jul 2021.pdf

To apply https://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/905636/research-assistant-research-fellow-in-indigenous-public-health-4-positions

Applications close: 1 Aug 2021 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Source: Uniting News

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Continuous Improvement Managers

Melbourne, Victoria RMIT
* 2x Full-time, Continuing positions
* Salary Level HEW 9 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
* Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About You
As one of two newly appointed Continuous Improvement Managers, you will lead a culture of business excellence through the design and implementation of projects and initiatives focused on improving service experience, reducing effort and uplifting maturity. You will provide support to the Senior Manager and Enterprise Projects and Business Performance team utilising expertise and leadership needed to deliver continuous improvement projects and initiatives via an agreed pipeline.

As an effective influencer, you will work closely with senior stakeholders, as an internal consultant and mentor to stimulate innovative thinking by posing new ways of doing things. Using data analysis to determine the root cause of issues, you will lead initiatives to drive improvements and embed solutions into BAU using continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and Human Centered Design disciplines

Additionally, you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of prioritised CI projects and tactical improvement initiatives across multiple portfolios across the whole university, such as Higher Education, Research & Innovation, Vocational education and core operations such as HR, Finance, Procurement and Information Technology.

To be successful in this position, you'll have as a minimum:
* Extensive Demonstrated experience of delivering benefits by effectively leading complex initiatives and projects with significant change impact and diverse stakeholder groups.
* A highly effective communicator with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, significant experience, building trusting and respectful constructive relationships that align areas behind common goals and create cross functional collaboration.
* Fluent with data-driven analysis and performance metrics including data visualisations for Executive and Leadership presentations.
* Demonstrated experience in mentoring and upskilling teams to develop continuous improvement mindsets and practices.
* Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) Certification and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.
* Demonstrated experience applying Human Centered Design methods is highly regarded.

Please Note: 
Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

About the College/Portfolio
The Operations Portfolio enables an integrated, enterprise-wide delivery for best practice student and staff experiences.

The Portfolio incorporates the following business units: Enterprise Projects and Business Performance (EPBP), Communications, Global Marketing & Student Recruitment, Human Resources, Information and Technology Services (ITS), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Procurement and Property Services Group (PSG).

The Portfolio houses significant drivers and delivery components across the staff and student journeys and enables the overall experience for both groups. The Portfolio is integral in bringing the RMIT strategy to life, across the globe.

Each of these functions supports the global operations of the University both directly as well as through its controlled entities.

The Enterprise Projects and Business Performance team provide an integrated approach to strategy, planning, governance and performance transforming a connected student and staff experience and uplift of business capability. 

We do this by:
* Embedding resources across the enterprise to bring value, efficiency gains and targeted fast outcomes.
* Embedding resources and capability within large scale projects.
* Carrying out agile continuous improvement initiatives.
* Developing and providing best practice tools and methods to support simple, continuous improvement practices.
* Mentoring, training, and coaching in tools and methods that leads to sustainable, long-term results.
* Planning people, process and risk programs and initiatives across the operations portfolio.

To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link below.

For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Nick Mitchell via email nick.mitchell@rmit.edu.au

HEW 9 – Manager, Continuous Improvement

Applications close on Sunday, 1st August at 11.55pm.

About RMIT
RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways.

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT's leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.

Our Culture
Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMIT is a Disability Confident Recruitment Team and we are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us at TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au telling us your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Please note that whilst we still accept applications from any persons interested in our roles, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia's immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

We are a 2021 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Source: Uniting News