Advancement Officer (Identified) Location: Camperdown Campus
Employment Type: Full time, continuing employment, contingent on the continuation of external funding
Salary: Base salary of $99,455 + 17% Superannuation + Leave Loading
About the Opportunity This position is an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
If you identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, please include a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality with your application.
The Gadigal Centre is the University of Sydney's dedicated student centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, providing academic, pastoral and cultural support services to Indigenous students to help them achieve their full potential and graduate job-ready.
As an Advancement Officer at the Gadigal Centre, you will liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in study within the schools of Arts and Social Sciences at the University, supporting them in all aspects of university life.
Your key responsibilities will be to: Report to the Gadigal Centre Advancement Coordinator, and work in a team of 8. Provide learning guidance, information, advice, and case-management support to students. Coordinate and implement programs according to different faculties' needs. Facilitate student interaction with peers, mentors, and academics with shared interests and aspirations. Support the production of events and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Liaise with others (Accommodation, Financial Assistance, Disability Services, etc.) to ensure services applicable to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate students are culturally appropriate. About you Tertiary qualifications in any discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience required. Experience supporting students through the student life cycle. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and cultures. Demonstrated first-hand lived experience and engagement in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities. An understanding of the issues affecting people in contemporary Australian society and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Computer skills, including MS Office and CRM systems preferred. Experience working in tertiary education preferred, but not essential. Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks: Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
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How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Tara Ritchie, Recruitment Officer by email to
If you wish to have a yarn about Indigenous careers, please reach out to Portia Fitzpatrick, Indigenous Recruitment Consultant via email
Applications Close: Wednesday 13 November 2024 11:59 PM
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