Job Overview
As Community Engagement Officer you will play a key role in strengthening the University's presence across Tamworth and the North West by delivering impactful outreach initiatives and supporting pathways into higher education.
This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW.
The role is a full‐time, 12‐month fixed‐term position located at the Tamworth Campus.
Responsibilities
* Deliver school and community‐based outreach activities, presentations, and programs that promote higher education pathways and opportunities.
* Coordinate and support the planning and delivery of the S2U Program, including liaising with schools, community contacts, and internal teams.
* Build and maintain respectful, culturally safe relationships with Aboriginal communities, students, families, and regional stakeholders.
* Represent the University at events, workshops, and community engagements across the region, including regular travel to rural and remote areas.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification, authorised under Section 14 of the NSW Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977.
* Strong cultural and community connection, with experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
* High‐level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently and respectfully across diverse communities.
* Proven organisational skills and the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and coordinate activities effectively.
* The ability to travel around the North West region.
Remuneration & Benefits
The remuneration for this position is Higher Education Worker Level 5 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.
* 17% super and salary packaging.
* A supportive workplace with a strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and cultural safety.
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff leave.
* Additional University holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
* Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
* A range of support and wellbeing programs.
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