Support and Encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Higher Education Inspire Future Leaders Work With an Amazing Team In this role you will provide leadership by empowering team members, coordinating and evaluating programs and activities undertaken to manage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student recruitment programs and activities. You will also co-ordinate the day-to-day activities of the Student Recruitment team and be responsible for the management of activities across Newcastle, Central Coast and Callaghan campuses. Collaborating closely with Wollotuka staff and a variety of teams across the university is essential to this role. 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 as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW. This continuing position is a full-time continuing role at a HEW 7 level and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land). About our University The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. For more information click here – Our Uni. About the Unit The Wollotuka Institute supports innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration to facilitate the achievement of quality outcomes that prioritises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and in particular, prepares them to make a difference and to create impact within the University, in our communities and across the globe. The Student Recruitment team provides proactive advice and support to potential Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students on programs, courses, policies and procedures, and are responsible for implementing initiatives that encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to access higher education. What we offer In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. These include: The remuneration for this position is from $103,641 - $116 596 p.a. superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy ); 17% super and salary packaging Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more Wellbeing programs. For more information on our employee benefits please visit here. Your next steps Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. Your application must include: Your resume A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below Supporting Documentation Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Please supply supporting documentation within your application. A relevant degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise in administrative fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and a knowledge and understanding of the contributions, successes and challenges relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Demonstrated experience in student recruitment and capacity to develop marketing plans to recruit students. Ability to show leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills by empowering staff to meet high standards and delivery of targets whilst actively managing performance and KPIs to achieve positive outcomes. Demonstrated experience in program development, implementation and evaluation and successful completion of funding reporting requirements. Current NSW Driver’s Licence The successful applicant will be required to undergo a Working With Children Check and a National Police Check. Supporting Documentation. A letter signed by an executive of an incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander organisation, who has the authority to administer confirmation of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Islander status, on the organisations letterhead that they are accepted as such by the community in which they live or have lived. Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. Your Cover Letter, Supporting Documentation, and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words). Due to the nature of this role, the University may require the preferred candidate to undertake further pre-employment checks. For specific position enquiries, please contact Codie Neal, Student Advancement Manager on (02) 40553038 or via email Codie.Neal@newcastle.edu.au If you have any questions about Aboriginality as a genuine requirement for this role, including the types of accepted documentation, please contact Simone Jordan, Indigenous Employment Partner on (02) 4055 0897 or via email at simone.jordan@newcastle.edu.au Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Closing date: Thursday 21st August 2025 at 11.59pm AEST We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you