Deputy Director, Gadigal Centre (Identified)
* Excellent opportunity to support the operations of the Gadigal Centre
* Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Gadigal Centre is the University of Sydney's dedicated space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. It provides access to academic, pastoral, financial and cultural support services as well as academic and social enrichment programmes. This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Applicants will provide confirmation of identity documents during the recruitment process.
Your key responsibilities
* Lead the development, planning and delivery of strategic projects, services and day‐to‐day operations across the Gadigal Centre, ensuring alignment with broader university priorities.
* Manage the Gadigal Centre's budgeting, financial reporting and resource planning in collaboration with the Director, to support strategic financial objectives.
* Support the Director to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and lead communications with relevant entities across the University, ensuring the Gadigal Centre's work is visible, valued and well‐connected.
* Support the ongoing implementation of the University's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategy and other relevant strategies through the Gadigal Centre's operations, programmes and deliverables.
* Ensure the team consistently demonstrates cultural competence and a deep understanding of the histories, values and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
* Promote inclusive practice and continuous learning by building and supporting culturally responsive teams.
About you
* Lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, grounded in strong cultural knowledge, community engagement and a deep respect for the diverse identities, histories and lived realities of First Nations peoples in today's Australia.
* Collaborative and proactive approach with demonstrated leadership experience, confidence working independently and in a team, and sound judgement to navigate day‐to‐day challenges.
* Solid grasp of policy, governance and budget processes in a university or public sector setting, including how administrative decisions are made, implemented and reported on.
* Experience in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to build trusted relationships and advocate for culturally responsive approaches across teams and programmes.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on matters related to delivering high‐quality higher education.
* Experience in building and supporting culturally responsive teams, with a commitment to inclusive practice, mentoring and continuous learning.
* Working understanding of Work Health and Safety policies and legislation, and how they apply in practice.
Sponsorship / work rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre‐employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre‐employment or background checks required for the role in a manner satisfactory to the University. You will also be required to declare any investigations or findings related to sexual harm or gender‐based violence as part of the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender‐Based Violence. This position involves child‐related work and requires a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programmes, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
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