Indigenous Australian Success Educator in the Oodgeroo Unit, Indigenous Australians Portfolio, Chancellery Division

• Reference number: 25294a
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $120,443 to $131,749 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $101,775 to $111,330 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Both Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses
• Open to: Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people. For this position it is a genuine occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an Indigenous Australian Success Educator to join Oodgeroo Unit, Indigenous Australians, Chancellery Division.

The Indigenous Australian Success Educator partners with Indigenous Australian students to implement effective learning strategies to ensure they progress through their degree programs and complete successfully. The position works closely with the Indigenous Australian Senior Success Educator in conjunction with Student Success and Teaching Advancement Unit and speciality Faculty Student Success teams to identify at risk students and develop targeted programs and communities of practice to support success for Indigenous Australian students.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Established in 1991, The Oodgeroo Unit is QUT's Indigenous Australian student success unit, providing admission pathways and support for Indigenous Australian people.

The Oodgeroo Unit is responsible for and committed to ensuring pathways to higher education and the academic success of Indigenous Australian people.

This includes;

• assisting Indigenous Australian people to enter University
• providing our students with academic, personal, and cultural support throughout their degree
• providing a visible cultural presence at QUT
• promoting real world opportunities for our students.

Our main administration office is located at Gardens Point campus, with facilities at our Kelvin Grove student centre. On both campuses we have computer labs, places to study and work with tutors, and places to meet with other students.
All Oodgeroo Unit staff are required to work across both campuses. The Oodgeroo Unit is situated within the Chancellery Division - Indigenous Australians Portfolio..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training or relevant experience equivalent to completion of a relevant degree with at least four (4) years subsequent relevant experience.
2. Proven success working with Indigenous Australian peoples and their communities, with an emphasis on supporting students’ academic, cultural, and personal success in higher education.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the barriers and challenges faced by Indigenous Australian students, and proven experience in providing culturally responsive academic advice and support across both face-to-face and digital platforms.
4. Demonstrated ability to analyse student data and engagement indicators to monitor progress, identify students at risk, and deliver tailored academic advice.
5. Demonstrated ability to build effective, collaborative relationships with students, academic staff, and other support services to provide personalised academic advice.
6. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise across diverse stakeholder groups and contribute to inclusive decision-making in support of student retention and wellbeing.
7. Demonstrated organisational, case management and problem solving skills with the ability to prioritise work, along with the proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team, apply initiative, exercise judgement, prioritise objectives and deliver results.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 19-Aug-2025

Applications Close: 02-Sep-2025 at 11.30pm