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Full-Time | Fixed Term Higher Education Officer Level 5 $84,599 – $93,366 p.a. + 17% Superannuation Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role This is a rare opportunity to join Flinders University’s Employment Services Team, following an internal promotion. If you’re passionate about supporting staff through a positive, accurate and reliable employee experience across the entire employment lifecycle and getting the details right, this role could be your next career move. Under general direction, the People and Culture Officer, (Employment Services), provides high‑quality, responsive and accurate People and Culture transactional services, supporting a broad range of employment lifecycle related matters. The role operates with a sound level of autonomy, applying established policies, procedures and the Enterprise Agreement to ensure consistent and timely outcomes for staff across the University. You will be working in the People and Culture Services team collaborating closely with colleagues in Recruitment, Payroll and Business Improvement. Contributing to seamless service delivery and continuous improvement in People and Culture processes relative to the Employee Lifecycle, some of the key responsibilities of the position are: Process employment matters in Workday, including contracts, re‑engagements, employment variations, allowances. Compliance checks and non‑standard leave Maintain accurate employee records, aligned with the Enterprise Agreement and University policies Prepare correspondence, documentation and audit reports, Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required About You You will have relevant experience and/or qualifications appropriate to a People and Culture or administrative support role, ideally within a complex or regulated environment. With strong organisational and communication skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise competing demands, you demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to customer service, working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team while contributing to process improvements. Experience using Workday and exposure to HRIS processes are desirable. Keys to your success will be: Strong attention to detail and analytical capability Excellent customer service and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively Most importantly, someone with a can-do attitude that is comfortable with change. About the People and Culture team Our People and Culture team provides strategic leadership and operational support across Flinders University. We’re committed to building a positive, inclusive workplace that reflects our values of Integrity, Courage, Innovation, and Excellence. Life at Flinders Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document, addressing the following points from the Position Description: Previous professional experience in a transactional or operational support environment. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Ability to work within the relevant Enterprise Agreement and associated policies and procedures For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrea Genuth Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 04 May 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

Full-Time | Continuing Professional HEO9 | $133,860- $143,239 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and advance Flinders University’s commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and knowledges. The Senior Manager - Office of Indigenous Strategy and Engagement provides strategic leadership in Indigenous engagement and policy, contributing to the development and implementation of the University’s Reconciliation Action Plan, Indigenous strategy, strategic priorities, and Indigenous Student Success initiatives. Overseeing the Office of Indigenous Strategy and Engagement, you will guide a high‑performing team and work in close partnership with the Pro‑Chancellor (Indigenous). You will provide authoritative advice, insight and influence at the most senior levels of the University, contributing to decisions that have lasting impact across policy, culture and practice. This role offers the opportunity to embed Indigenous perspectives across the University’s policy lifecycle and major initiatives, and to drive meaningful outcomes for Indigenous staff, students and communities. Your leadership will be visible, valued and essential to the University’s ongoing journey of reconciliation and self‑determination. Why This Role Matters Indigenous leadership at Flinders University is critical to creating lasting change — not only for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff, but for the University’s culture, priorities and relationships with community. This role exists to drive change through the promotion and inclusion of Indigenous voices, knowledges and aspirations within strategy, policy and decision‑making. The position carries real influence. It shapes how the University meets its responsibilities under reconciliation, advances self‑determination, and partners with Indigenous communities in ways that are respectful, accountable and outcomes‑focused. The work you lead will directly affect access to education, student success, workforce development and institutional integrity. This is a role for an experienced Indigenous leader who is motivated by impact — someone who wants their cultural authority, professional expertise and leadership to translate into tangible, system‑level outcomes now and for future generations. To learn more about the key position responsibilities and capabilities, please view the Position Description About You With a tertiary qualification and/or substantial senior experience in higher education leadership, you bring strong project management, organisational and governance capability. You are skilled in leading complex initiatives, undertaking research and analysis, and working effectively both autonomously and in partnership with others. You possess a high level of oral communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, including the ability to exercise sound judgement when dealing with complex and sensitive matters and the ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels, both internal and external to the University You also bring a deep understanding of Indigenous priorities, initiatives and challenges within the Australian higher education context, and the ability to apply this knowledge to deliver culturally informed, strategic outcomes. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia) Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment  The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a separate suitability statement, addressing the key position capabilities, as per the position description For more information regarding this position, we highly encourage you to contact Professor Simone Tur Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 03 May 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an University Assistant postdoctoral 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.08.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.07.2032 Reference no.: 5058 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together! Where will you be: Your position is based at the Department of Development Studies, a sub-unit of the Faculty of Social Sciences, which focuses its teaching and research on the transdisciplinary analysis and critical reflection of global inequalities. Teaching and research therefore centre on theories and approaches to social, political, historical, cultural and economic transformations and inequalities, and their reflection, as well as questions regarding the methodological approach to the subject of ‘development’. We regard transdisciplinary collaboration in both teaching and research as essential for understanding political, economic, social and cultural processes, dynamics, power structures and their interplay at both global and local levels. At the Department of Development Studies, you will join a team of dedicated researchers, work on exciting research projects, and benefit from collegial and transdisciplinary collaboration, as well as the opportunity to engage with a young and enthusiastic generation of students. The research focus of our unit lies in the areas of green extractivism, energy colonialism, hydrogen, post-development, and policies for ecosystemic survival in the Anthropocene. Our regional focus is on southern and western Africa, Latin America and the EU’s external borders. Our research strategies are shaped by post- and decolonial critique, political ecology and critical geography, critical governance research/governmentalities analysis, qualitative, discursive and participative methodologies. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: Independently develop and successfully carry out a postdoctoral project with the aim of securing a tenured position Contribute to the field of development studies from a political science / political-ecological perspective Independent development of / involvement in research projects and research grant applications Collaboration on publications, conferences and events Independently delivering lectures and conducting examinations in accordance with the terms of the appointment, including supervising undergraduates or co-supervising PhD students as part of a team supervision arrangement Assisting with organisational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation procedures Taking over responsibilities within the departmental administration This is part of your personality: A successfully completed, outstanding PhD and a Master’s or Diploma degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Development or a related field with a focus on political science or political ecology Proven expertise in at least two of the following fields: political ecology, political economy, postcolonial/decolonial theory, feminist theory/queer theory, critical security studies, peace and conflict studies, and transformation studies. Outstanding methodological skills, in particular experience with qualitative and transdisciplinary methods, including field research, ethnography and participatory action research Proven relevant teaching experience; experience with e-learning; facilitation skills Integration into German-speaking and international research networks in the fields of political ecology and socio-ecological transformation Initial experience in securing external funding High standard of written and oral language competencies Excellent written and spoken German and English; knowledge of other languages is desirable Practical IT skills relevant to the social sciences Ability to work as part of a team Organisational and administrative skills International research experience Familiarity with university procedures and structures What we offer: Work-life balance: You have flexible working hours and can also work partly remotely (when compatible with institutional requirements). The workplace is Vienna. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to expand and deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 6 years increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! We encourage applications from underrepresented groups in academia, especially from third countries. It is that easy to apply: Cover letter Academic CV, including a list of publications and proof of teaching experience Brief proposal for a postdoctoral project A sample of academic writing (peer-reviewed article) Degree certificates (not school reports) Via our job portal / ‘Apply now’ button If you have any questions, please contact: Franziska Müller franziska.mueller@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 04/26/2026 Post Doc