Staff Values and Behaviour Framework
Together with the Code of Conduct, the Staff Values and Behaviour Framework enshrines the University's Values and articulates a set of key behavioural standards that uphold our University's culture.
Integrity
We hold ourselves and each other accountable to be honest and fair.
Value in action |
Be accountable for my outcomes and actions, and encourage others to do the same. |
Make decisions in the interests of the University, based on the best available evidence and with consideration of the needs of others. |
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Behave in accordance with University Values, the Code of Conduct, and the standards expressed by this Framework. |
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Address behaviour which falls short of our standards, and support others to do the same. |
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Taboo |
Make allowances for lapses in ethical and moral conduct. |
Respect
We embrace diversity and uphold the dignity of each individual.
Value in action |
Recognise and appreciate that the valuable contributions people make are influenced by diverse backgrounds, experiences and capabilities. |
Enable the views of others to be heard and genuinely value their input. |
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Demonstrate empathy and concern for others by making time to understand and support their unique needs. |
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Communicate with each other in a positive, constructive and professional manner. |
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Taboo |
Tolerate bias, exclusion or wilful ignorance in any form. |
Collegiality
We explore ideas collaboratively, and are united in our commitment to the University community.
Value in action |
Create opportunities for collective idea generation, knowledge sharing, and decision making. |
Generously pitch-in to support each other, our communities and the University, and participate in local and whole of University events. |
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Encourage active challenge of assumptions. |
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Welcome and explore competing views through reasoned and robust debate. |
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Taboo |
Act in a way which damages the institution. |
Excellence
We deliver our best, and celebrate outstanding performance.
Value in action |
Challenge myself and support colleagues to meet and exceed performance expectations. |
Celebrate the people and teams that show perseverance, commitment, risk taking and achieve great results (no matter how small or large). |
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Celebrate those who consistently ‘live’ University Values. |
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Take responsibility for giving timely and specific feedback to others. |
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Taboo |
Accept mediocrity in effort and output. |
Discovery
We are committed to learning and we boldly approach the future with curiosity and energy.
Value in action |
Show energy and drive to pursue new opportunities and challenge the status quo. |
Demonstrate an experimental mindset, take risks and explore new ways of doing things. |
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Take responsibility for my own professional learning. |
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Reward innovation and initiative independent of outcome. |
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Taboo |
Shut down new ideas without affording them time to be heard, built on and valued. |