Indigenous Student Success Officer

• Make a difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at UC
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $88,414 pa - $95,175pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, 12 months Fixed Term Opportunity

About us:

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

About the role:

The University of Canberra is committed to enhancing the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in higher education. Our Ngunnawal Centre is the UC hub for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to receive a variety of services throughout their journey at UC.

The Ngunnawal Centre is currently looking for Indigenous Student Success Officerto join the team in providing support, advice and case management in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student matters. The role will involve working towards retention and success for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating a range of student engagement programs and initiatives.  

About you:

The successful candidate will have experience managing complex clients and demonstrated ability to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels. To be successful in this position you will have great customer service skills, be empathetic with a calming demeanour, have a strong understanding of the issues relating to and affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the ability to communicate sensitively and problem solve effectively. This is an opportunity to bring your unique skills and experience and be a leader in cultural competency in an organisation that values Indigenous knowledge and is committed to reconciliation.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Nurragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

To be considered for this role all we want is for you to apply with you CV only and, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.

Eligibility Requirements: This is a designated position in accordance with s42, Discrimination Act 1991 and is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential.

For job specific information: please contact Tamara Murray – Centre Manager, Ngunnawal Centre - *************@canberra.edu.au - 02 6206 8***

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 4th of April 2024