• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
  Job no: 520809
  Work type: Full Time
  Location: Crawley

Categories: Policy and Planning, Research support, Teaching support and design

• Lead initiatives that empower Indigenous postgraduate students and shape inclusive research pathways at UWA.
• This is an identified position and, as such, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 36 months.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education (PVCIE) is responsible for leading the University of Western Australia’s Indigenous Education Strategy which encompasses all areas of the University’s activities. The PVCIE provides strategic leadership of the School of Indigenous Studies and is responsible for the operations and strategic developments of the Berndt Museum, and the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health. Through these entities the office has responsibility to deliver multi-disciplinary teaching and research programs and provide specialised support and services to current and future Indigenous students.

About the opportunity

• Coordinate the development of policies, strategies, and initiatives to support Indigenous HDR and postgraduate pathways at UWA.
• Deliver training and guidance to HDR supervisors to foster culturally safe and supportive research environments.
• Build strong partnerships with Schools to enhance Indigenous student access, retention, and success in HDR programs.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree or Post Graduate Experience desirable.
• Strong understanding of the Australian Higher Education sector and the issues and challenges facing Indigenous HDR students.
• Proven ability to work effectively with Indigenous people, in particular with Indigenous HDR and postgraduate students.
• Sound knowledge of Indigenous research protocols and methodologies
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team.

Note: This is an identified position and, as such, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
Position description: Senior Coordinator, Indigenous HD by RP - 520809.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Nerry Nichols at nerry.nichols@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Please refer the Job description for details