• Lead safer community prevention and training.
• Contribute to the creation of safe and inclusive University community.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 2/10/2026.
• Base salary range: $100,524–$111,534 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The division of Student Wellbeing and Engagement facilitates a high-quality student experience through the provision of integrated and comprehensive services. The division is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and the UWA Safe, Respectful and Inclusive Communities Framework. Student Wellbeing and Engagement has five broad areas - tertiary prevention through the Complex Case Management team; early intervention, cohort initiatives and timely access to low barrier services through the Student Wellbeing team; counselling through the Psychology team; Grand Challenges and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience through the Student Engagement team; and primary prevention programs and clinical response to gender-based violence through the Safe and Respectful Communities team.

About the opportunity

• You will be responsible for developing, delivering and coordinating relevant training and complementary education initiatives for students and staff in student-facing roles.
• contribute to the University’s strategic objectives through delivery of the UWA Safe, Respectful and Inclusive Communities Framework, participation in decision-making, establishing performance measures and monitoring and evaluating the delivery of initiatives and related projects.
• You will have a significant role in the direction of safer community practices ensuring a coordinated University response by working with other relevant teams within Student Life and across other university divisions, as appropriate.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Sound knowledge of gender-based violence, responding to disclosures, the causes and drivers of gender-based violence and how it is prevented.
• A strong understanding of complex, large organisational structures and processes and the ability to provide advice to senior staff and report to governance and management bodies.
• Knowledge of relevant external and internal regulatory environments, regulatory agencies and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the facilitation of education and awareness-raising programs aiming to champion social and cultural change.

Special requirements

• Some after-hours work
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current National Police Clearance Certificate

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION Team Leader, Safe and Respectful Communities (519934).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Fiona McAuliffe at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 29th April 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.