Principal Advisor, Indigenous Employment (S25 - Identified)

• Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement).

• Make a positive contribution to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ employment and careers.

• Full-time, permanent position with Base salary in the range of $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7).

• Identified s25: Open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement.

• Based at our Vibrant St Lucia Campus.

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.  

Join UQ's Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) as the Principal Advisor, Indigenous Employment and help shape a workforce where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples can thrive. In this influential role, you'll lead programs and initiatives that create meaningful career opportunities, strengthen Indigenous representation across UQ and support our commitment to reconciliation, inclusion and lasting change.

Working closely with communities, leaders and stakeholders across the University, you'll help drive key Indigenous employment initiatives, including UQ's graduate and professional entry pathway programs. You'll play a pivotal role with supporting ways to increase representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within UQ’s workforce. You’ll perform an active advocacy role which fosters cultural understanding and inclusive workplaces through staff development, engagement activities and services contributing to UQ’s reconciliation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Lead and enhance UQ's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Graduate and Professional Entry Pathways Programs.

• Drive employment initiatives that increase Indigenous representation across the University.

• Partner with leaders and stakeholders to support Indigenous attraction, recruitment and retention strategies.

• Coordinate professional development, mentoring, training and engagement opportunities for Indigenous staff.

• Build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and contribute to UQ's Reconciliation Action Plan commitments.
   

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. 

The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. 

Your experience and strengths will include:

• A degree in an aligned discipline such as human resources, business, or project management and or at least 4 years equivalent demonstrated professional experience and training.

• Demonstrated understanding of the histories and distinct cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and an ability work with these communities.

• Demonstrated high level written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to build relationships and engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• Demonstrated experience in managing projects, from inception to delivery, including the setting of performance targets, measures, reporting of outcomes and achievements.

• Experience with providing general advice on policies and procedures, enterprise agreements, administrative support, and governance within a large organisation.

• Experience contributing to the development, coordination and implementation of recruitment and advancement strategies and practices.

• Ability to prioritise own workload, work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.

Desirable

• An existing connection to Indigenous communities.

• Previous experience in a similar role within higher education or large organisation.

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave. 

UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement, and to playing a leading role in reconciliation in Australia. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy, we work in partnership with communities to embed reconciliation across our operations. You will be supported to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, and your cultural identity will be respected, valued and embraced. 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Chris Levinge at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.  

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close Friday 11th Sept at 11.00pm AEST (R-68051).