Senior Manager, Indigenous Engagement

7 days ago


Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia The University of Queensland Full time
About This Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Manager, Indigenous Engagement to join our team at The University of Queensland. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our Indigenous engagement strategies and contribute to the development of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research methodologies and knowledge.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a Cultural Competency Framework to build capability, raise awareness, and generate effective engagement and collaboration across the university.
  • Lead the implementation of the UQ Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) within QAAFI and develop an aligned QAAFI RAP.
  • Work in collaboration with senior managers to leverage productive linkages with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for research projects and activities in collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
  • Build relationships and Indigenous numbers across the university by utilising multiple avenues and networks.
  • Support the delivery of an Indigenous Career Pathways and Advancement Strategy across QAAFI.
  • Assist in the recruitment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff to achieve parity on a proportional population basis.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and pastoral care to Indigenous HDR students to ensure their retention within QAAFI.
  • Advise and support communications teams and researchers on appropriate language, content, and representation of Indigenous stakeholders and related research in media and communication materials.
  • Explore collaborative internship and commercial opportunities with Indigenous communities and enterprises.
  • Identify and mitigate risks that could impact on the effectiveness of QAAFI's and DAF's impact and collaboration with Indigenous stakeholders.
  • Promote and contribute to a collaborative partnership between the Deputy-Vice Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) and other University-wide offices to drive the UQ Indigenous research strategy.
About UQ

The University of Queensland is a world-leading institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community and attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Manager, Indigenous Engagement who is committed to making a meaningful impact on our Indigenous engagement strategies. The successful candidate will have:

  • Qualifications and training equivalent to a postgraduate degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with both Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultural heritage, economic development issues, and the ability to correctly identify Traditional Owner Groups.
  • Highly effective communication skills, including facilitation, report writing, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement strategic plans and programs and to affect high-level stakeholder and organisational buy-in.
  • Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure to achieve quality outcomes.


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