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Essential information for applicants

Applying for a vacancy at Charles Darwin University (CDU) is a completely online process.
For more information about the process itself, or for details about other ways to lodge your application, please refer to How to Apply.
For essential information about CDU’s recruitment procedures, please read on.

Applications

Applicants should submit a written application that:

  • Quotes the vacancy reference number
  • Addresses the selection criteria
  • Includes a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that provides full personal details, qualifications, previous employment and experience
  • Includes the names and contact details of three referees.

Position information

Before lodging your application, you will need to obtain a copy of the position profile.
The position profile contains the selection criteria and provides details about the key responsibilities of the role, as well as its organisational context.
You can download the position profile by selecting the relevant vacancy in Jobs@CDU.
Further information about the role can be obtained from the contact person listed in the position profile.
If you require information about conditions of employment, contact People Management and Development on (08) 8946 6904 or visit benefits available to staff.

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Selection criteria

To enable CDU's selection committee to assess applicants' suitability for a position, applicants are required to address the selection criteria specified for the position.The selection criteria are included in the position profile.
You should address each selection criterion individually and cite evidence, using examples, to support your claims, rather than just presenting a list of facts.
Please be aware that if you do not address the selection criteria, you may not be considered for the position.

Original documentation

Do not include original copies of supporting documentation.

Copies of degrees, diplomas, certificates and academic transcripts

Do not include these documents with your application.
If you are invited to attend an interview, you may bring any relevant documents to the interview.
Successful applicants will be required to produce evidence of their academic qualifications where required (ie. original academic transcripts) on taking up appointment.

Referees

Referee reports are normally sought for short-listed applicants.
If referee reports are required, CDU will send each nominated referee a copy of the position profile, including the selection criteria.
Because of time constraints, such requests will be sent by email wherever possible. Applicants should ensure that current email addresses are provided for their nominated referees.
In addition, reports may be sought from referees other than those nominated. Applicants will be informed before this occurs.

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Short-listing

Following the meeting of the University's selection committee, arrangements will be made to interview short-listed applicants.
Please ensure you have provided current telephone and email contact details. Applicants will be given as much lead-time as possible.

Interviews

Local applicants will be interviewed in person.
Interstate applicants for academic positions or general staff positions at the HEW Level 7 or above will be interviewed by telephone or video teleconference.
For telephone interviews, a conference telephone will be used to enable all members of the University's selection committee to converse with the applicant.

Final selection

The successful applicant will be sent a written offer of appointment, specifying the terms and conditions of employment.
Applicants are advised not to resign from their current employment until this formal offer has been received and accepted.
All applicants will be notified by email at the conclusion of the recruitment process. 

Feedback

It is not the University's policy to provide applicants with copies of interview reports or referee reports.
Unsuccessful interviewed applicants may request feedback from the Chair of CDU's selection committee.

Immigration

Appointment to general staff positions, VET positions, and academic positions at Level A, are normally filled only by candidates holding Australian citizenship or permanent residency status.
International applicants should refer to International applicants for more information.

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Medical requirements

Appointees are required to notify CDU of any medical or physical restrictions that may preclude them from fulfilling the terms of any contract of employment offered by the University.

Relocation 

Unless otherwise specified, positions that are classified between HEW Level 1 and HEW Level 6 do not attract a relocation allowance.  
For queries regarding all other positions (HEW Level 7 and above, Higher Education Academic or VET Academic) contact Recruitment on (08) 8946 6904 or email recruitment@cdu.edu.au

Complaints

Complaints or grievances about recruitment and selection processes should be lodged in written form and addressed to:

General Manager, Human Resource Operations
People Management and Development
Charles Darwin University
Darwin NT 0909

Special needs

As an equal opportunity employer, CDU has a policy to make reasonable adjustments to meet the needs of a person with a disability.
If you have a special requirement, you should advise the University either in your application or by personal communication to:

General Manager, Human Resource Operations
People Management and Development
Charles Darwin University
Darwin NT 0909

Record keeping

Once a position has been filled, unsuccessful applications will be retained in CDU's Human Resources information system for a period of twelve months and then deleted.
Applications may be used to identify possible candidates for other vacancies.
If you do not agree to the use of your application for this purpose, please state this clearly in your application.

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