• Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed-term until January 2027
• HEW 6 $96,276 - $103,971 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

The Project Officer, Prevention & Education provides critical support to the Coordinator, Governance and Policy, ensuring effective delivery of initiatives and programmes of work across the University. This position will manage the coordination of the Harassment and Discrimination Contact officer network and play an important role in overseeing child-safety compliance activities, including monitoring adherence to the Universities child safety policies, reporting obligations and risk-management requirements.  The role will contribute to broader governance and compliance functions by supporting policy development, implementation, and review, and by ensuring alignment with legislative and regulatory frameworks. The position will be required to stay up to date with external trends, insights and information to ensure best practice approaches are recommended and considered. A sound understanding of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010, along with relevant child‑safety and safeguarding legislation, will be required to provide accurate guidance on governance and policy‑related compliance matters, including the management of complaints under Equity and Inclusion policies and procedures.

As a Project Officer, Prevention & Education you will:

• Develop and provide the necessary documentation and reporting to support the management and coordination of primary prevention programs including development of reports, presentation and communications.
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation, best practices and trends. Plan and prioritise work and recognise barriers to achieving outcomes, find effective ways to deal with them and evaluate progress.
• Develop and implement practical, accessible solutions based on the Inclusion team or stakeholder needs.
• Actively seek feedback from colleagues and stakeholders of things that are working well and areas for improvement.
• Communicate with confidence using examples to increase understanding and support.  

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Knowledge of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jessie Porter-Somers (Coordinator, Governance & Policy) on jessie.porter@deakin.edu.au.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD 564749 Project Officer, Prevention & Education_Gvt and Policy team_HEW 6 (1).pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday 28th of January.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.