• Job No: 674232
• Location: Clayton campus
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Duration: Continuing appointment
• Remuneration: $93,496 - $100,918 pa HEW Level 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
• Identified role. Open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about building meaningful relationships and supporting Indigenous-led initiatives? Do you want to contribute to projects that enhance Indigenous education and cultural engagement? If you thrive in a role that blends project management with community engagement, we want to hear from you!

At the William Cooper Institute, we are committed to promoting Indigenous education, empowering Indigenous students, and supporting community driven initiatives. This is your chance to be part of a university that values diversity, cultural respect, and collaboration.

As the Indigenous Engagement and Project Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting projects, events, and initiatives that positively impact Indigenous students, staff, and communities. You will lead the establishment of the Monash Indigenous Alumni Network, foster strong relationships, coordinate projects, and support Indigenous-led initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong interpersonal skills, program management expertise, good judgment, and a commitment to achieving results. You should also have demonstrated experience working with First Nations communities.

Apply today and help us make a lasting impact!

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.

At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Learn more about Monash.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

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Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Indigenous Engagement and Project Officer (Identified) enquiry via EthicalJobs in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Erin Pennett, Director in William Cooper Institute, +61 3 (9905 9034)

Position Description: Indigenous Engagement and Project Officer