Under the State Sector Amendment Act 1989 the University has a legal obligation to notify vacancies for continuing appointments wherever practicable in a manner sufficient to enable suitably qualified persons to apply for the position. Continuing positions Official Circular and appropriate external advertising 4. Cost of Advertising Costs vary enormously according to the placement and size of the advertisement. The cost of external advertising is charged to the budget account code provided. Print media costs are based on the number of column centimetres.
Composite advertising helps to reduce costs.
Quotes for advertisements can be obtained by Human Resource Advisors to assist managerial decision-making provided that final copy is available at least 2 days prior to the publishing deadline. Guidelines on current costs are available from the HRM Division. Human Resource Advisors may write or edit advertisements and other support documentation in consultation with managers and will ensure that relevant legislative and University policy is adhered to. For example a requirement for a particular qualification should not be specified unless it is needed for the performance of the job. Age related terms such as mature, senior or junior should be avoided.