$92,239 to $99,875
- Ongoing, full time
- Gardens Point
- **Reference number: 25355a**:
- ** Term**: Ongoing, full-time basis
- ** Remuneration**: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- ** Location**: Gardens Point
- ** Open to**:Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people. For this position it is a genuine occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).
**Who are we looking for?**
We are seeking a Indigenous Australians Engagement Officer to join Indigenous Australians, Chancellery Division.
The Indigenous Australians Engagement Officer (Communications and Media) is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to enhance the Portfolio's visibility and engagement with key stakeholders including Indigenous Australian representatives. The position will work closely with various teams to ensure consistent messaging and effective stakeholder engagement. The position is responsible for developing and responding to communication on the behalf of the Portfolio, and engaging in project work and stakeholder relations that support the implementation and facilitation of the Indigenous Australian engagement priority. In addition, the position will play a significant role in supporting a range of university activities and events, working collaboratively with stakeholders internal and external to QUT.
**About us**
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The Portfolio leads Indigenous Australian matters, including institutional policy, strategy and advice on all aspects of Indigenous Australian higher education at QUT. The support centre for QUT's Indigenous Australian students (Oodgeroo Unit) and the Carumba Institute which provides leadership and guidance to transform and aligns Indigenous Australian research, learning, teaching, sits within the Indigenous Australians Portfolio..
**What you need to succeed**
- Completion of or extensive progress towards undergraduate qualifications in education, training or social sciences with relevant experience working in these fields.?
- Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Australian peoples and their communities.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with and effectively manage relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders (both internal and external).
- High level of written and oral communication skills including experience in developing social media content and external communication pieces.
- Demonstrated time management and organisational skills including the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
- Proven digital literacy skills including the ability to use a range of databases and software packages.
**Life at QUT**
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
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**Belong at QUT**
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
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