Campus Location

Ballarat, Australia | Melbourne, Australia

Job Identification

Job No: APTAV #007

Key Responsibilities

- Lead planning, implementation and management of an equity access program supporting mature age learners from under‑represented cohorts.
- Work collaboratively to improve university access, engagement, transition and successful undergraduate study.

Role Overview

Operating within the Education Pathways, the Project Manager, Equity & Inclusion will be responsible for the planning, implementation, management and outcomes of the Equity Access Program for mature age learners from under‑represented backgrounds. This includes budgetary responsibilities, staff supervision, and development and implementation of activities that support engagement, pathway participation, transition and project outcomes within budget and timelines. The position works collaboratively with faculties, university stakeholders and external providers and operates within ACU’s broader equity and widening participation agenda. This role identifies and develops robust sustainable partnerships across sectors with relevant community organisations, education providers, internal stakeholders and other partners to facilitate development, pilot delivery and future growth of a supported access pathway for mature age learners aged 21 years plus from under‑represented cohorts, including low socioeconomic status (LSES), regional and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Working Conditions

- Full‑time, fixed‑term 12‑month opportunity with some hybrid flexibility, based primarily in Melbourne with frequent weekly travel to the Ballarat campus.




- Requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).
- Requires Australian work rights.

Benefits

- Total remuneration valued to $138,111 – $154,409 total rem (pro‑rata) pa, including salary component $116,706 – $130,478 (pro‑rata) pa (HEW 8), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
- 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed‑term staff.
- Annual leave loading equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks’ salary pro‑rata payable, dependent on commencement date.
- Adaptable work, study leave, various leave provisions and salary packaging.

Qualifications

- Australian work rights.
- Willingness to travel weekly to Ballarat campus.
- Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact to discuss your requirements in confidence.

Contact

General enquiries can be sent to Nicola Cull, Director – Education Pathways at .

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📌 Project Manager, Equity and Inclusion (Ballarat)
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