- Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
- Duration: Fixed Term 18-month contract
- Remuneration: Level 8 From $123k plus 17% superannuation and leave loading.
- Location: Kensington NSW (flexible working arrangements)
- Benefits: Cultural Leave and Indigenous Employee Network
This position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
UNSW has obtained an exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to designate and recruit professional and academic positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons only, to fulfil UNSW’s goal of a representative workforce rate.
Why your role matters
The Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) Manager plays a crucial role in providing expert advice and support to the Chair of the ICIP Steering Committee. This position involves managing and reporting on the development and implementation of the University’s ICIP protocol and related activities.
The ICIP Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire process, from documenting and managing project delivery to identifying and implementing innovative solutions to challenges. Additionally, the role includes developing communication plans, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring quality assurance throughout the process.
Reporting to the Chair of the ICIP Scoping Committee (Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Engagement and Research), this position does not include direct staff management.
Specific accountabilities for this role include:
- Undertaking project management activities including: project planning and execution; project monitoring; quality management; budgeting, forecasting, and all associated reporting;
- Supporting the development and management of several working groups to assist with the consultation and implementation of the ICIP protocol.
- Developing and delivering a range of project documentation including briefing papers, lessons learnt reports, project plans, communications plans, and content for various communications channels ensuring stakeholders have been consulted for completeness, accuracy, accessibility, and cultural safety of information.
- Facilitating collection and undertaking analysis of any relevant data to assist in the development and implementation of an ICIP protocol.
About You:
- Relevant degree and substantial project management experience or equivalent competency gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience. Relevant experience in the higher education sector is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated awareness of ICIP issues with experience in managing and implementing initiatives to address identified needs.
- Significant research, analysis and critical judgement skills, including the ability to synthesise large amounts of information and present in a succinct and professional manner.
- Excellent organisational skills, proven ability to manage priorities, and conflicting needs while meeting deadlines.
- High level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated experience working with a range of stakeholders, including students, local community, and external organisation.
- Proven high-level initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work in a dynamic, developing area, both independently and as part of a team, with the ability to work collegially and constructively with diverse stakeholders across UNSW and with external partners.
The Organisation
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offers a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:
- Cultural Leave
- Indigenous Employee Network
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
To Apply: Please submit your CV and Cover Letter. In lieu of addressing the selection criteria, provide responses to the questions within our application form.
A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Applications close: Monday 23 September at 11.55pm
Establishing your status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person means any person who:
- is of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- is accepted as such by the community in which you live and or have lived.
All offers of employment will be subject to prior submission of satisfactory proof of Aboriginality. For more information on what constitutes as proof of Aboriginality, please email n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch: Nat Chenhall – Manager Indigenous Employment
n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch: Tai James – Talent Acquisition Consultant
tai.james@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
