Head of Student Voice, Advocacy and Wellbeing

About the role

You will provide strategic leadership for WSUSU's student voice, advocacy, equity and wellbeing functions, ensuring students are supported, heard and represented across the University. The role leads services that protect student rights, respond to complex and sensitive matters, and address practical barriers to student success. You will advise the CEO on emerging issues and trends affecting students, including advocacy, wellbeing, inclusion and sexual violence. You will lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, monitor service effectiveness and implement improvements informed by student feedback, data and research. You will oversee trauma‑informed advocacy and support pathways, student wellbeing initiatives such as food security and emergency relief programs, and the effective operation of student representative structures. You will build strong relationships with students, University stakeholders and external partners to influence policy, strengthen services and advance equity and social justice outcomes. What Success Looks Like: Student advocacy, wellbeing and equity services operate effectively and to best practice standards. Student voice is actively supported and channelled into University decision‑making. Trauma‑informed, confidential advocacy services are delivered consistently and safely. Student wellbeing initiatives address practical barriers to participation and success. Strong partnerships enhance outcomes for diverse and underrepresented student groups. Please refer to the Position Description for full details. About You Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Law, Social Sciences, Community Development, Education or a related field. Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams in student services, community services or advocacy contexts. Strong communication skills with the ability to manage complex, sensitive matters with confidentiality and professionalism. Experience working with student governance, advocacy or representative bodies. Sound knowledge of trauma‑informed practice and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Application Details Position Enquiries: Direct to Hiring Manager Cameron Faricy, Chief Executive Officer, WSU Student Union C.Faricy@westernsydney.edu.au Please include the job reference code REF1344H Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday 19th June 2026 Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application. How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University's online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position. Belonging at Western We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy . We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au . About Western Sydney University Student Union Western Sydney University Student Union (WSUSU) is a newly established, student-led not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing student life across Western Sydney University campuses. WSUSU delivers services, programs, advocacy and opportunities that support student wellbeing, engagement, representation and belonging. Working in partnership with students, University stakeholders and the broader community, the Union is focused on building an inclusive, vibrant and student-centred culture across the University's diverse campus communities. As a growing organisation in its establishment phase, WSUSU offers a unique opportunity to help shape systems, services and experiences that will have a lasting impact on the student community. For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn .