Role type: Full time, Fixed term for 3 years
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
Department/ School: Dilin Duwa Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Business Leadership
Salary: UoM 7 109,093 – 118,091 p.a. plus 17% super
- Work with Communities / Foster strategic partnerships/ Amplify Indigenous voices.
- Apply now to shape transformative community engagement programs and drive positive change for Indigenous communities.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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).
The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.
Your new team – Dilin Duwa
In 2021 the University of Melbourne Faculty of Business and Economics in partnership with the Melbourne Business School Limited launched the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership. The objectives of Dilin Duwa are:
- Research: improve the understanding of “what works” in Indigenous business and business leadership in Australia;
- Programmes: improve the capacity and capability of Indigenous businesses and leaders to meet market demand and improve Indigenous economic independence;
- Programmes: improve the capacity and capability of non-Indigenous organisations to engage with and purchase from Indigenous businesses; and
- Engagement: connect Indigenous people and their businesses to knowledge and networks that underpin success and celebrate the success of the Indigenous business sector.
These objectives are achieved through research and education.
Dilin Duwa has endorsed a new ten-year strategic plan 2025-2034 which includes the scaling out our established research excellence, our education offerings and the development of three interconnected service offerings - academic services, enterprise services, and ecosystem level services.
About the role
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Community Engagement Manager is responsible for assisting in the successful delivery of the Centre’s community engagement events, programs and initiatives. This role involves resource allocation, supporting the program’s lead, providing administrative assistance, and helping to ensure the operational success and communication of the Centre’s engagement activities.
The Community Engagement Manager will oversee a diverse portfolio of programs, including but not limited to regional workshops such as the Regional Business Series (previous workshops held in Alice Springs – Mparntwe, Shepparton – Kanny Goopna, Broome – Rubibi, and Yarrabah), as well as any new programs developed by the Centre. Responsibilities will include:
- Coordinate Community Partnerships: Develop and manage strategic community partnerships, activities, and events to build strong relations and connections.
- Implement Engagement Plans: Support the implementation of community engagement plans aligned with Dilin Duwa's strategy, managing risks and reporting outcomes.
- Manage Resources: Allocate and manage resources effectively to support community programs and activities, ensuring timely contractor payments.
- Create Engaging Content: Develop content for various communication channels to showcase Dilin Duwa's work to internal and external stakeholders.
You may also:
- Have a degree or relevant experience in a large, complex service-oriented environment.
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate experience in developing and sustaining community relationships and partnerships.
- Have a track record in negotiating community engagement initiatives.
- Exhibit high-level organisational and time management skills.
- Show cultural sensitivity and understanding when working with diverse community groups.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
Support for Indigenous staff
- Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non-cumulative paid leave per calendar year for the purpose of attending NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities.
- University policies: Indigenous staff are supported by the Indigenous Employment Plan 2023 - 2027 and Indigenous Employment Framework, with the commitment to improving the employment, retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members
- Indigenous Staff Network: Employees who have identified themselves as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander will have access to the Indigenous Staff Network (ISN)
- Cultural events: The University hosts annual cultural events such as the Wominjeka to begin the Academic Year and the Narrm Oration, and recognises significant times throughout the year such as, Reconciliation Week, Mabo Day and NAIDOC Week.
- Employee Assistance Program: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available free for you and your immediate family members.
'Indigenous' here means a person of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Kate Vasconcelos via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: 21st September at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-004157 Community Engagement Manager_PD.pdf
