Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

About the Opportunity

The purpose of the Senior Diversity & Inclusion Partner role is to contribute to the University’s strategic workplace diversity and inclusion goals. The role leads Griffith University’s Athena SWAN accreditation and awards program and is responsible for data analyses and insights that inform evidence-based interventions.

Key Responsibilities include;

• Lead (in consultation with the Provost and the Senior Lead [Inclusion & Development] Griffith University’s next Cygnet submission for the Athena SWAN accreditation and awards program.
• Contribute to focus group consultations and analysis and devise successful, evidence-based actions.
• Contribute to the next Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) submission.
• Contribute to the University’s internal and external monitoring and reporting requirements on equity, diversity and inclusion through the interpretation of general trends in staff data, and the creation of reports to Griffith Council.
• Contribute to the University’s governance structures on equity, diversity and inclusion, including Secretarial roles.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and procedures, including equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same.
• Be a leading example of the principles and values embodied in the University’s Code of Conduct, and behave, act and communicate at all times to reflect fairness, ethics and professionalism.

About you

• The occupant of this position will hold relevant postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field, and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Applicants must have unrestricted work rights and the successful candidate may be 
subject to a criminal history check. Please note sponsorship is not available for this position.

What we can offer 

This is a full time, fixed term opportunity for 6 months based at our Nathan campus.  As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other campuses.

HEW 8 Salary – FTE $108,764.25 - $122,356.68 + 17% super. Full package FTE - $127,254.18 - $143,157.32.

Why join Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, please refer to the qualifications above.
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

For application and recruitment advise please reach out to Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected]

Closing date: Tuesday 24th September @ 11.59PM AEST. All applications must be submitted online.