PRIMARY DETAIL
- HEW Level 6
- Appointment type: Casual,up to 30 hours a week
- Based on campus at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde (remote work unavailable for this position)
About the role
We are seeking a passionate individual to provide project and administrative support to the Student Engagement, Inclusion and Belonging team, assisting with projects associated with Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Support the Head, Student Engagement Inclusion, and Belonging and the Manager, Student Activation and Belonging in delivering services and events for diverse student cohorts including LGBTQIA+ and International students Support the Manager, Student Activation and Belonging with planning and briefing for student equity, diversity and inclusion and international student activations, events and communication support
- Provide administrative support for regulatory requirements related to student diversity and inclusion and international student compliance including any regulatory requirements such as the National Student Safety Survey and the Action Plan and Code addressing Gender Based Violence in Higher Education
- Oversee spaces on campus such as the sensory space and complete administrative tasks related to their functions
- Comply with relevant EEO and WHS regulations
- Perform any other duties as required and appropriate for this classification
About you
You’ll be a self-starting individual with excellent work organisation and time management skills and ability to remain resilient when under pressure. You will have expert planning, design and content development capabilities, able to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels. You will enjoy working in a dynamic environment, applying a methodical and consultative approach in your work, and be motivated to deliver work outputs that are of a consistent high quality.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet the selection criteria below:
- A tertiary degree or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and administering student events and engagement initiatives.
- Knowledge of the Australian higher education system including support for international students
- Knowledge of student/customer engagement projects and programs.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative support including the preparation of agendas and accurate recording and distribution of meeting minutes.
Role-specific Enquiries: Melroy Rodrigues via melroy.rodrigues@mq.edu.au
Applications Close: Friday 27th June 2025, 11:59 pm AEST
Please note we reserve the right to progress or decline an application as well as close the advertisement prior to the stated closing date. Past applicants need not apply again.
If you’re already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you’ll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
Applications Close:
27/06/2025 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.
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