Senior Project Officer - Safer Community Unit

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Adelaide University coordinates projects within the Integrity and Safer Community function at City East campus. This 0.8 FTE, 12-month fixed-term role focuses on preventing gender-based violence and responding to it with international students by developing culturally appropriate, trauma-informed resources.

Work involves coordinating complex projects, engaging diverse stakeholders, and maintaining documentation and reporting while respecting compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects in a complex environment.
• Experience managing project documentation, schedules, and reporting.
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, particularly those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Experience in risk and issue management within project delivery.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements in a university or similar setting.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects in gender-based violence prevention and response.
• Engage international students with trauma-informed, culturally appropriate resources.
• Build trusted relationships with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Manage project documentation, schedules and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and risk management.

Skills

Project coordination

Documentation management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk & issue management

Compliance awareness

Continuous improvement

Job description

• Based in the Integrity and Safer Community function at the City East campus
• Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term 12-month contract
• Salary range: $103,719 - $116,002 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions - because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Coordinate projects that support the prevention of, and response to, gender-based violence, working with international students to develop culturally appropriate, trauma-informed resources.

This role is suited to someone with experience working in the gender-based violence and sexual harm space, who can engage students in meaningful, respectful conversations on sensitive topics while building trusted relationships with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description above to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

The Safer Community Unit is a centralised unit with responsibility for preventing and responding to harmful behaviours, including gender-based violence and racism. The Unit creates a space where individuals, including staff and students, can raise complaints or disclosures about conduct concerns in a safe, confidential and supportive environment.

Visit the AU website to learn more about Corporate.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects in a complex environment
• Experience managing project documentation, schedules, and reporting
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, particularly those from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Experience in risk and issue management within project delivery
• Familiarity with compliance requirements in a university or similar setting
• Commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Build on your career with Adelaide University now

Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload:

• your current CV
• a cover letter that tells us why you’re excited about the role and the relevant experience you can bring to the position, highlighting any previous community engagement experience or work with international students.

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Monday 2 November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493485):

Georgia Viola

[phone] | [e-mail]

Pursuant to the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has been deemed prescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a current Working with Children Check.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment