Primary Prevention Coordinator

Deakin University; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Staff discounts

Extended parental leave

Job summary

Deakin University is seeking a passionate Coordinator, Primary Prevention to advance initiatives preventing gender-based violence and promoting gender equity across campuses. You will work with the Equity & Inclusion team to lead education, engagement and prevention projects aligned with national codes and action plans.

The role requires collaboration with academic and professional staff, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to translate complex policy into practical programs that

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and delivering education, awareness and engagement initiatives.
• Ability to tailor training for diverse audiences.
• Strong project management within a complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver education, awareness and engagement initiatives that promote respectful, inclusive and safe environments.
• Support the implementation of strategic prevention activities aligned with national reforms and legislative requirements.
• Lead and coordinate projects from planning through to delivery and evaluation.
• Develop practical solutions and recommendations from complex legislation, policy and sector guidance.
• Partner with stakeholders across academic and professional areas to drive engagement and embed best practice prevention approaches.
• Contribute to the delivery of broader equity, inclusion, gender equity and prevention programs across the University.
• Influence and communicate effectively with diverse audiences to support behavioural and cultural change.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in education, social work, public health, behavioural science, psychology, or related field

Job description

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

Why work with us?

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job - we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow - whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

At Deakin, we're committed to creating environments where everyone can thrive. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Coordinator, Primary Prevention to play a key role in advancing initiatives that prevent gender-based violence, promote gender equity, and foster a culture of respect across our campuses.

Working closely within the Equity & Inclusion team, you'll lead and support a range of prevention, education and engagement initiatives aligned with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence and the Department of Education Action Plan.

The role at a glance:

• Develop and deliver education, awareness and engagement initiatives that promote respectful, inclusive and safe environments
• Support the implementation of strategic prevention activities aligned with national reforms and legislative requirements
• Lead and coordinate projects from planning through to delivery and evaluation
• Develop practical solutions and recommendations from complex legislation, policy and sector guidance
• Partner with stakeholders across academic and professional areas to drive engagement and embed best practice prevention approaches
• Contribute to the delivery of broader equity, inclusion, gender equity and prevention programs across the University
• Influence and communicate effectively with diverse audiences to support behavioural and cultural change

Who we're looking for:

• You're a collaborative and proactive professional who is passionate about driving positive social change. You bring a balance of strategic thinking, project management expertise and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills.
• Degree in education, social work, public health, behavioural science, psychology, or related field, with demonstrated relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and tailor training and education programs to suit a wide range of audiences.
• Strong experience in program and project management and delivery within a complex organisation.
• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge of primary prevention approaches in the areas of sexual harm, family violence, and gendered violence.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and influence outcomes across academic, professional and leadership groups
• Understanding of gender-based violence prevention frameworks and the higher education sector, including the National Higher Education Code, is desirable but not essential.

Applications for this position close on Tuesday 22 September 2026 at 11.55PM.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks:

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.