Athena Swan Project Manager

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.  

• Part Time Opportunity (0.4-0.5 FTE )
• Purpose built brand new offices in the Health Translation Hub (HTH), Randwick, NSW 
• Fixed Term Contract until 31st December, 2027
• Hybrid working environment (1 day per week in the office)

Pro-Rata Salary Range of $95k Base to $120k Base Salary (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities) plus 12% Superannuation + Smart Salary Packaging Benefit

At The George Institute, Athena SWAN is a key aspect of our strategy to build a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.  This is an internationally recognised program that helps organisations advance gender equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are excited to offer an opportunity to a passionate and motivated Project Manager to take the lead in our  Athena SWAN journey.  A transformative initiative that fosters equity, celebrates progress and builds an inclusive workplace culture. 

We are proud and celebrate our achievements through the Bronze award.  We are aspiring towards a Silver award and this role is foundational to  shaping a future where equity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

 Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Lead and manage the Athena Swan program, including conducting staff consultations, data analysis, writing and submission of Silver and Cygnet Award applications.
• Implement and support Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) policies and initiatives aligned with the Institute’s People strategy.
• Coordinate the Athena Swan Self-Assessment Team and maintain relationships with key external GEDI networks (e.g., UNSW, SAGE, AAMRI).
• Drive GEDI projects, promote training and events, track progress against benchmarks, and embed best practices across the organisation.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate  

• Demonstrated relevant experience working in a Diversity and Inclusion role, and/or tertiary qualifications in Human Resources and/or extensive experience in a generalist HR role with significant involvement in the delivery of Diversity and Inclusion-related projects and initiatives
• Experience working on the Athena Swan accreditation process is advantageous
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including the ability to plan and prioritise multiple tasks to meet competing deadlines
• Strong knowledge of developing practices, policies, processes and evaluation tools in diversity and inclusion and organisational change.
• Experience building relationships across a wide range of stakeholders within an organisation
• Passion for enhancing the work environment for all team members.
• Ability to understand and learn about a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds
• Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders and managing diverse perspectives in a respectful way
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated collaboration skills
• A proactive approach demonstrating initiative, judgement, and a high degree of confidentiality.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the position 

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here

If you would like to discuss your application or this position further, please contact Melissa Maydew HR/ Recruitment Coordinator, mmaydew@georgeinstitute.org.au

The closing date for applications is 05 November 2025.   
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found 

The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position.  Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global Health 

The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.  

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to: 

• Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery  
• Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale  
• Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs 
• Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship  

We pride ourselves with our 6 core values:

Excellence, Integrity, Can-do approach, Creativity, Impact, and Humanitarian Commitment. 

Your Career at The George Institute

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging

www.smartsalary.com.au

Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation, you will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income on every day expenses such as rent and groceries.  You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Visit Smart Salary website for more information

• Flexible Working Arrangements

We are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)

• Professional Development Support

Employee’s of TGI recieve a $3,000 annual Learning and Development wallet to spend on approved courses to support your professional development.

• Employee Wellbeing Focus

A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges.

• Global Collaboration and Impact

Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving global health outcomes

Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.  

We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

Why The George? 

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs. 

Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.  

• Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay 

• Learning and career development opportunities 
• Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave 
• YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location 
• A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact