Indigenous Engagement Project Coordinator

1 month ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia University of New South Wales Full time
About the Role

The University of New South Wales is seeking an experienced Indigenous Engagement Project Coordinator to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Indigenous students, staff, and researchers.

Company Overview

We are one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities, with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Faculty of Science is home to over 7,000 students, 500 academic staff, and 300 general staff, making it one of the largest and most complex faculties on campus.

Job Description

The Indigenous Engagement Project Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the UNSW Science 2035 strategy, which aims to create a culturally safe environment that respects, acknowledges, and incorporates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, knowledge, and connection to country.

  • Provide project coordination and support for strategic initiatives related to Indigenous education, research, culture, engagement, and outreach.
  • Develop and manage effective communication with key stakeholders, including current students, academic and professional staff, and external groups and organisations.
  • Collaborate with various teams to ensure alignment between the Faculty's Indigenous portfolio and the broader Faculty goals, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for Indigenous students, staff, and researchers.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Relevant experience gained through any combination of education, training, and/or experience.
  • Knowledge, respect, and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and how they might best be recognised and respected in a university context.
  • Demonstrated project experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives, and documentation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
  • Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time position, fixed term for 2 years, with a salary range of $100k - $107k plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.



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