Project Manager, Centre for Native Title Anthropology

• School of Social Science, Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
• Full-time, fixed-term position till 30 June
• Base salary will be in the range $$115,645 to $129,654 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8) 
• Based at our St Lucia location 

The University of Queensland is seeking a Project Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the Centre for Native Title Anthropology (CNTA), a nationally recognised initiative funded by the Commonwealth Attorney-General's Department. The CNTA aims to support the identification and protection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' traditional rights and interests in land and water by coordinating capacity building and professional development for anthropologists working in the native title system across the country.

In this impactful role you will work with CNTA Co-Directors Dr Richard Martin (UQ Anthropology), Dr Kim de Rijke (UQ Anthropology), and Ms Wendy Asche (Anthropology Manager, Northern Land Council).

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Delivering training and professional development to strengthen the skills of anthropologists in the native title system.
• Support career pathways by contributing to student events and facilitating placements within native title organisations.
• Drive collaboration by managing and updating the CNTA website and email list to share resources and build a community of practice.
• Contribute to sector-wide initiatives through active engagement with stakeholders across the native title sector.
• Advance research and mentorship by supervising native title anthropologists and co-authoring academic publications.
• Project management, evaluation, and reporting.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program 
• On campus childcare options 
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 
• Salary packaging options 

• Tertiary qualifications in anthropology and experience in management or related roles. A PhD, or progression towards a PhD would be highly regarded in this role but is not essential.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the native title system. Recent work experience within Native Title Representative Bodies (NTRBs) or Native Title Service Providers (NTSPs) will be viewed favourably.
• Strong knowledge of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) and its application in anthropological research relevant to native title.
• Experience collaborating with legal professionals in the native title sector and a sound understanding of the Federal Court of Australia's Expert Evidence Practice Note (GPN-EXPT).
• Familiarity with post-determination challenges faced by Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs), including issues related to future acts and cultural heritage protection.
• Proven ability to develop initiatives and work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders in the native title sector.
• Excellent oral and written communication and project management skills, including the ability to organise conferences and workshops, maintain a website, manage logistics and mandatory reporting.
• Ability to contribute to academic publications and the promotion of native title anthropology in University settings.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Kim de Rijke at

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:  

• Resume 

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section 

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UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications close Sunday 21 September at 11.00pm AEST (R