About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• Indigenous Engagement Division
• CQUniversity Rockhampton or Townsville (Relocation support available)
• Higher Education Worker Level 8
• Total Remuneration $130,788 to $146,195 pa (including salary of $110,518 to $123,537 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you a strategic thinker with exceptional executive support skills? Do you have a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and a passion for advancing Indigenous success in higher education? Join CQUniversity as an Executive Officer and play a pivotal role in supporting the Director Indigenous Engagement and Vice-President Indigenous Engagement to drive impactful initiatives and policies.

As the Executive Officer, you will provide high-level strategic and operational support, ensuring the smooth execution of priorities across the Indigenous Engagement Division. This dynamic role involves advisory, analytical, and leadership responsibilities, requiring a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Be Rewarded

• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and societies, and the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively within this environment.
• Working with Children and Vulnerable People card (or willing to obtain).
• Open drivers licence
• Skills and experience in an executive officer capacity to a senior member of a large organisation and an ability to work in an executive support team.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 26 March 2025

Job Requisition ID: 5845

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.