Aboriginal Engagement And Wellbeing Specialist

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia University Of South Australia Full time

Open to Australian Aboriginal Peoples only
- Full-time or part-time negotiable, fixed term contract until 30 June 2026 based in 101 Currie Street
- Commencement Salary: $100,080 pro rata per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

**About the Role**

As the Aboriginal Engagement and Wellbeing Specialist you will support the University to provide a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and community.

In this role, you will also support the development and implementation of projects/initiatives aligned with UniSA's Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan 2023-2025 and Yaitya Wapulai Tappa, UniSA's Aboriginal Employment Action Plan 2023-2025.

**The Path to Adelaide University**

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University here and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

**To Be Successful You Will Need**
- Australian Aboriginal ancestry, a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture and communities and demonstrated understanding of the challenges faced by Aboriginal job seekers
- Proven experience working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities, with a broad understanding of cultural protocols and community engagement
- Demonstrated ability to build, sustain and leverage effective internal and external networks with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate, persuade, liaise and negotiate with a wide range of people including those at senior levels and external to the organisation
- Demonstrated skills in undertaking projects, a high level of organisational ability, and experience in managing a personal workload while working and contributing as a member of a team in a busy environment with conflicting demands

**Why Join Us?**

Working at the University will provide you with a wide range of benefits. These include:

- Access to great personal development opportunities
- Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
- Flexible working conditions
- A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
- A variety of leave arrangements

**A University for the Future**

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. Applicants are required to upload a cover letter addressing their suitability for the role and resume only.

**Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 27 July 2025**
- We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential._
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