Senior Project Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration) 
Salary package: $118,399 - $126,607 per annum plus 17% superannuation 
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 18 months) 

• Coordinate the University’s implementation of actions to prevent and address Gender-based Violence 

• Be involved in strategic and operational projects 

Position overview 

The Division of Student Administration and Academic Services (DSAAS) is within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Portfolio. DSAAS is responsible for the administrative support of students through the student lifecycle from when an offer is made through to the completion of their studies and graduation. The DSAAS Project Team works collaboratively across the division and the University, both leading projects and providing project and stakeholder management advice, expertise and support. 

Under broad direction of the Manager, Projects (DSAAS) this position will coordinate whole-of-organisation changes and response to new legislation and recommendations delivered through institutional reviews. Specifically, the role will be crucial to the delivery of the University’s response to the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.  

Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders against timelines set by the commonwealth Department of Education, a sound understanding of project management principals and the ability to progress multiple priorities concurrently is essential. 

Candidates who possess: 

• A degree in a relevant field (e.g., communications, social work, public policy, gender studies) or equivalent experience in the prevention and/or response to gender-based violence; or 

• An understanding of student wellbeing factors, gender-based violence, trauma-informed practices, and the regulatory landscape in Australian higher education.

For further information please contact Eleni McIlroy, Manager, Projects - Division of Student Administration and Academic Services E: eleni.mcilroy@anu.edu.au 

The university actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au 
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion  

Application Information 

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: 

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages) 

• A current curriculum vitae (CV) (maximum 5 pages) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or recent supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. 

• Other documents, if required. 

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.