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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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UWA Staff Orientation
FEBRUARY 2013
The University of Western Australia
Welcome to the University
Professor Paul JohnsonVice-Chancellor
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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Values
High performance culture Academic freedom Continuous improvement Open, honest, tolerant, fair, trustworthy Transparent and accountable Equity and merit
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Defining Characteristics
High quality Comprehensive Research intensive International focus Technologically innovative Committed to equity Community resource
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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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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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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!