Join the Equity Committee!
Applications are currently open for the role of Disability Officer on our TUSA Equity Committee. Read the information below to find out more details about our Equity Committee and to access the position description for the Disability Officer, and then fill out the form at the bottom of this webpage if you would like to apply.
About the Equity Committee
The TUSA Equity Committee has been established to ensure that the voices and needs of diverse student cohorts are represented and advocated for within the TUSA and UTAS community. The TUSA Equity Committee works collaboratively with the TUSA Equity President and one another to address issues, promote inclusivity, and foster a supportive and equitable environment for all students.
The TUSA Equity Committee is comprised of representatives from each student cohort, including but not limited to a member from the LGBTQIA+ community, a student with a Disability, a female-identifying student, an international student, an ethnocultural student, a distance (online) student, and a First Nations student. Each representative is given a budget of $500 to spend on initiatives or projects, with endorsement by the TUSA Equity President. The TUSA Equity Committee also includes the TUSA Equity President in the role of Chair and the Deputy President in the role of Deputy Chair.
The TUSA Equity Committee meets regularly, at a minimum of once per month during the study year, to discuss ongoing initiatives, address concerns, and collaborate on advocacy efforts. The TUSA Equity Committee reports to the TUSA State Council on a regular basis, providing updates, recommendations, and any relevant matters for consideration.
The term of the Disability Officer will be from the time of appointment until February 28th, 2025.
In recognition of the effort that the role requires, each position is bequeathed a honoria of $300.
Position Description and Applications
Follow the hyperlink in order to read the Disability Officer Position Description.
If you would like to apply for the Disability Officer role, please fill out the form below, and we will be in contact once the application window has closed. Previous applicants are encouraged to apply for this position.
If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please get in touch with the TUSA Equity President at equity.president@TUSA.utas.edu.au.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, September 2nd.