Indigenous Engagement Coordinator

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Base pay range: A$106,432.00/yr - A$110,351.00/yr

Position Number: 0065478
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part time (0.4 FTE); Fixed-term until April 2026
Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
Salary: UOM 7 - $106,432 - $110,351 p.a (pro rata) plus 17% super

Eligibility notice: Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

The University of Melbourne acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We recognize the enduring connection of Indigenous peoples to these lands.

About the Faculty The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been a leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. FEIT is organised into three key areas: Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT supports a strategy to recruit outstanding people from around the world and to address global challenges through teaching, research, and engagement.

About the Role

The Indigenous Engagement Coordinator supports the design, management, and delivery of key initiatives under the Faculty's Indigenous Engagement Portfolio. This role strengthens Indigenous engagement by coordinating national programs, facilitating student activities, and building partnerships with Indigenous communities and stakeholders. The successful candidate will focus on stakeholder engagement, communication, and project delivery in alignment with the University's Indigenous Strategy, Murmuk Djerring.

Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues, Indigenous communities and external stakeholders to deliver strategic initiatives that support the pipeline of Indigenous students into University, including planning and evaluating ongoing program success.
• Coordinate the delivery of events to elevate Indigenous engagement and participation in the Faculty's key initiatives.
• Communicate and present program milestones and briefings to relevant teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage relationships with Indigenous community members and key organisations to help facilitate mutually beneficial initiatives and project outcomes.

About You

The successful candidate will have strong project management and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. They will excel in communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement, effectively collaborating with diverse groups, including students, colleagues, university partners, and Indigenous communities.

You will also have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience, education and/or training.
• Project management skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent time management and communication skills; including demonstrated experience in prioritising and effectively balancing competing demands.

About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.

Support for Indigenous staff

• Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non-cumulative paid leave per calendar year for attending NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities.
• Indigenous Employment Plans and Framework to improve employment, retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members.
• Indigenous Staff Network (ISN) access for employees who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
• Cultural events: Wominjeka, Narrm Oration, NAIDOC Week and other significant times.
• Employee Assistance Program: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available for you and your immediate family members.

"Indigenous" here means a person of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected.

The University is committed to a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process, including reasonable adjustments during the application and interview stages. To discuss requirements, please contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. More information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments is available on our Careers site: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Join Us

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience. You are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Applications close: 24 September 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)

Position description: 0065478 - Indigenous Engagement Coordinator PD.pdf