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UWA Staff Orientation FEBRUARY 2013

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UWA Staff Orientation. February 2013. Welcome to the University. Professor Paul Johnson Vice-Chancellor. Preamble to the University Act (1911). Whereas of the States of the Commonwealth Western Australia alone is unprovided with a University . - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Page 1: UWA Staff Orientation

UWA Staff Orientation

FEBRUARY 2013

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The University of Western Australia

Welcome to the University

Professor Paul JohnsonVice-Chancellor

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The University of Western Australia

Preamble to the University Act (1911)

Whereas of the States of the Commonwealth Western Australia alone is unprovided with a University.

And whereas it is desirable that provision should be made for further instruction in those practical arts and liberal studies which are needed to advance the prosperity and welfare of the people.

And whereas it is desirable that special encouragement and assistance should be afforded those who may be hindered in the acquisition of sound knowledge and useful learning by lack of opportunity or means …

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The University of Western Australia

Values

High performance culture Academic freedom Continuous improvement Open, honest, tolerant, fair, trustworthy Transparent and accountable Equity and merit

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The University of Western Australia

Defining Characteristics

High quality Comprehensive Research intensive International focus Technologically innovative Committed to equity Community resource

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The University of Western Australia

Ambition

In 2012 UWA achieved its goal to be counted in the top 100 universities in the world.

It is currently ranked 96 according to the Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)

UWA aims to be counted among the top 50 universities in the world by 2050

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The University of Western Australia

UWA in 2012

Total Students: 24,435

Undergraduate: 19,125 Postgraduate: 5,310

Higher degree (Research): 2,058 Other postgraduate: 3,252

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Performance

Australia’s foremost independent university rating body, The 2013 Good Universities Guide, gives UWA five stars on the key performance measures of:

Positive Graduate Outcomes Graduate Starting Salaries Research Intensivity Research Grants Student Demand

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UWA Planning

Operational Priorities Plan (OPP)

Guides and develops short-term priorities Identifies a limited number of strategies over a given time frame Links planning with the budget Provides a management, accountability and quality tool

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OPP Priorities

Education Improve the quality of the student learning experience

Research and Research Training Improve the quality and impact, and productivity of research and research

training.

External Relations To improve the University’s positioning and reputation, and to develop strategic

relationships and community engagement.

People and Resources To develop our people and resources

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University Governance

SENATE UWA Act, 1911

VICE-CHANCELLOR

Statute No. 10

SENATE

COMMITTEES

ACADEMIC BOARD

Statute No. 19

ACADEMIC COUNCIL

ACADEMIC COUNCIL

COMMITTEES

FACULTIES Statute No. 8

SCHOOLS

FACULTY

COMMITTEES

DEANS

HEADS

SCHOOL

COMMITTEES

EXECUTIVE

DVCs, EDFR Registrar

VC ADVISORY COMMITTEES

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The University of Western Australia

Behaviour in the Workplace

Organisational culture has a huge impact on performance

Bullying and harassment have no place in the University

UWA Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct: ethical framework

Guidelines for Conduct in the Workplace: more specific direction

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Supporting Life Balance

Security and support around balancing work-life issues Flexible work practices matching a diverse workforce Our aim: healthier, happier, committed and productive workforce

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Family-friendly workplace

Generous parental leave arrangements a broad definition of ‘family’ recognition of same sex relationships arrangements for the adoption of children

Children in the Workplace policy

Child care facilities and help for staff with school-aged children

Generous sick leave entitlements

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Employee benefits – salary packaging

Employees can choose to receive their salary as a combination of cash and approved benefits

Employees receive a tax saving through pre-tax payroll deductions

Salary packaging Items (approved benefits) include:superannuation; child care; vehicles; parking; tools of the trade; UWA Sport & Recreation Association memberships; laptops, mobile phones and PDAs; airport lounge membership; University Club memberships

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Staff Engagement

Cultural

Sporting

Life-long learning

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Issues for 2013

The University of Western Australia celebrates its Centenary.

Staff are invited to contribute to discussions about UWA’s future:http://www.staff.uwa.edu.au/uwa-futures

Centum, symbolised by the number 100, is UWA’s informal mascot for 2013 and intended to engage interest and inspire participation by staff, students and visitors, who can take their own photos or design their own Centum.

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Staff Member’s Welcome

Ms Fiona MaleyProject Officer/Research ManagerPopulation Health

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Student’s Welcome

Cameron Barnes2013 UWA Guild President

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Career Development at UWA

Professor Vivienne BlakeDirector, Organisational and Staff Development Services

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Supporting Excellent Performance at UWA

What do you expect? How do I know?

Commencing Professional Development Review (CPDR)

What is my role? What standards do you

expect? What training do I need? Who is there to assist me? Can you recommend a

mentor?

Annual Professional Development Review (PDR)

What have I achieved Has my role changed? What are my goals for the

coming year? Do I have the skills and

capabilities to meet the necessary standards?

Formative feedback? What development do I

need?

Performance Appraisal Review (PAR)

Do I meet the necessary standards?

Is my performance well-balanced?

How do I compare with others?

What do I need to improve?

What is valued?

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Close of Program

Please help yourself to some morning tea.

Thank you and Welcome!