Dean of Aboriginal Research, Education and Engagement

• Open to Australian Aboriginal Peoples only
• Three-year, fixed term contract based in Chancellery at the City West campus
• Competitive salary plus 17% superannuation

Australia’s University of Enterprise

At UniSA, we educate global professionals ready to create and inspire change. We deliver research that is informed by end users as well as inspired by global challenges and opportunities. 

We look for those with the right knowledge, creativity and “can-do” attitude, who know how to communicate and collaborate. We value people who are inspired by new challenges, who ask questions and propose solutions, who are authentic, and who are engaged and committed to our goals as a university.

The University of South Australia seeks to build a university culture which promotes Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples coming together in the spirit of reciprocity, working collaboratively across our research, teaching and engagement activities for the benefit of Aboriginal Peoples across Australia. We aspire to create an environment in which two-way knowledge sharing, reciprocity, mutual respect and understanding, and life-long learning are common practice. This two-way approach will bring together Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal ways of knowing in a space that demonstrates respect for Aboriginal knowledges and in which relationships based on mutual trust can be established.

Essential Requirements and Experience 

There are several initiatives that ensure a welcoming, supportive, inclusive and culturally safe workplace, such as the Aboriginal staff network, mentorship program, flexible work arrangements, cultural leave provisions and professional development opportunities.

The Dean of Aboriginal Research, Education and Engagement will work closely with the Pro Vice Chancellor: Aboriginal Leadership and Strategy, and in collaboration with, and as an advisor to, the University’s leadership, to enable the development and implementation of a range of localised initiatives and programs in academic and central business units.  The collaboration will ensure that the University delivers Aboriginal research and curriculum that is partnered with Aboriginal Peoples; is of quality, relevance and impact; and grows and develops over time in a manner that supports and builds lasting partnerships and opportunities for collaborations and alliances, and which enable positive Aboriginal futures.

UniSA is seeking a high performing and proven team player, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to bring, foster and maintain relationships with Aboriginal Peoples and communities as well as industry, Government, and the professions. 

As an applicant for this role, you will have a PhD in a relevant field with an excellent record of achievement in delivering on strategic goals in Higher Education including applying or embedding Aboriginal knowledges and ways of knowing and doing in research practices and curriculum initiatives. 

For more information, please visit: https://unisa.edu.au/about-unisa/working-at-unisa/vacancies/senior-aboriginal-leadership/

Benefits 

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Professional Development funding for newly appointed Aboriginal staff 
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
• Flexible working conditions  
• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership 
• A variety of leave arrangements including four weeks recreation leave per annum, plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment.  Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results. 

Start Your Unstoppable Career

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . Applicants are required to upload a cover letter and resume only.
Please address your cover letter to Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington AO, Standing Acting Vice Chancellor.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, contact Ms Gill Norrington, Deputy Director: People Services via email at [email protected] using job reference number 5626. 

Applications close:  Sunday 25 February 2024

Applications will only be considered from Australian Aboriginal Peoples for this position, under special measures pursuant to Section 56 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act (SA) 1984. You will be required to provide evidence of your Aboriginal heritage in your online application form.

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