• Aboriginal Education Centre - Mt Helen Campus
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment until January 2026
• HEW 6 - $91,516 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

In accordance with the University's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Workforce Strategy; and under Special Measures Section 12, 28 and 88 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010; the University has designated this position as an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position.

Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

About the role

Working directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and community you will provide support and advice on student advocacy, organising and promoting events for significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander events, providing initial advice to students and referring to other University services and/or external services where required.

You will:

• support, advise and link Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to the most appropriate support services;
• develop strategies and processes which support the academic, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, cultural needs, mental health and general wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students;
• maintain confidential student case notes, records and communication logs; and
• contribute to a smooth student enrolment process.
  
  

About you

You will have the ability to take initiative, make sound decisions, problem solve and make judgment on the appropriate referral services. You will have demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish collaborative and effective relationships with a wide range of people at all levels.

You will possess:

• knowledge and an in depth understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and cultures;
• skills and experience in working with a diverse and broad range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students; and
• experience in working in a student/community engagement and/or support role.
  
  

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 27 July 2025

Applicants are required to submit a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages and a resume.

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If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific enquiries.

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