Aboriginality is a requirement of this position under section 50 Part D of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

• Are you passionate about empowering Indigenous communities and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace?
• Join our team as an Indigenous Workforce Engagement Specialist and make a meaningful impact on the economic empowerment and career growth of Indigenous individuals.
• Full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As part of our commitment to increasing Indigenous representation within our workforce, the School of Indigenous Studies offers comprehensive programs and support services. We advocate for Indigenous cultural competency at both local and international levels.

About the opportunity

Reporting to the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Education) and working closely with the Associate Director (HR Projects), you will drive the development, implementation, and oversight of the Indigenous Workforce Action Plan. Collaborating with senior leaders and Human Resources, you will champion initiatives to advance Indigenous employment and cultural integration across UWA.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Proven experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
• Substantial experience in Indigenous workforce development and recruitment.
• Ability to deliver high-level advice and implement Indigenous Workforce Strategies.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Note the following special requirements of this position:

• Occasional state travel.
• Current “C” class driver’s licence.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - Indigenous Workforce Engagement Specialist.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 22 September 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.