Ref 1915/24 Senior Student Advancement Officer, Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Leadership

• Full-Time, Ongoing Position within the Division of the DVC, Indigenous Leadership
• Remuneration: $130,740 to $145,135 p.a | Includes 17% Superannuation
• Based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person. Please refer to the Guidelines for Confirmation of Identity for Indigenous Australians for the requirements of this position.

• Full-Time, Ongoing Position | Western’s Parramatta South Campus
• Remuneration: $130,740 to $145,135 p.a | Includes 17% Superannuation
• Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!

Are you looking to join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing Indigenous education? Were seeking a Strategic Initiatives Coordinator to drive key initiatives at the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education.If youre passionate about Indigenous education and ready to make a meaningful impact, apply now to join the team!

About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,000 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. Its the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Leadership
The Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Leadership ensures Indigenous people have the opportunity to participate in activities across the University. It actively promotes the inclusion and respect for Indigenous culture, people and history across the institution. It is committed to provide a culturally safe space where the Indigenous community can thrive.

The Western Sydney University 2020 – 2025 Indigenous Strategy seeks to position WSU as a university that serves and empowers our community as an anchor institution to the region while being recognised as a national leader in Indigenous education, employment and research. In order to achieve this, the Indigenous Strategy presents strategic objectives in seven areas of Indigenous engagement: students; employment; research; learning and teaching; community engagement; leadership; and cultural viability and knowledge.

The Indigenous Futures Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 builds on this strategic work and will position Western Sydney University as a place that fosters, develops and supports the next generation of Indigenous leaders. As the nation enhances technology and knowledge capabilities for the future, this Indigenous Futures Decadal Strategy combines local access with global possibilities for the next generations of Indigenous People.

About the Role
The Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Leadership is seeking an experienced Senior Student Advancement Officer to join their team!

The Senior Student Advancement Officer holds a key role in coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Badanami Centre and providing strategic support in the values and commitments of the Securing Success: 2015-2020 Strategic Plan and the WSU 2020-2025 Indigenous Strategy – particularly in the area of academic achievement for Indigenous students. The position will identify and implement strategies for improving the assessment and delivery of curriculum, and other initiatives, to support Indigenous students’ academic literacy needs.

The position is expected to work closely with colleagues within Badanami and with other Student Support Service staff across the University, to provide support and assistance to Indigenous students in the use of online systems and processes to enhance their capacity to self-manage and self-inform.

This is a full-time, ongoing positionbased at Western’s Parramatta South Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information.

Key Responsibilities of the Role
In this role, the Senior Student Advancement Officer will:

• Provide high level advice and support to the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education on the development and implementation of academic literacy and learning programs tailored to Indigenous students needs.
• Collaborate closely to elevate awareness of best practices in Indigenous student support across the organization and contribute to academic literacy services university-wide.
• Play a crucial role in stakeholder management, working alongside the Director to enhance participation, retention, and graduation rates for Indigenous students and to ensure a culturally rich and engaging learning experience.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Badanami Centre, ensuring smooth coordination and workload management.

About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate that they:

• Are an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Have a current NSW employee Working with Children Check.
• Have a relevant tertiary qualification and extensive equivalent professional experience and training in leadership and management in a student support environment.
• Have experience in leadership and management with a proven record of achievement in the provision of Indigenous support services.
• Have experience in working across a diverse range of stakeholders within Indigenous communities.
• Have experience at all levels in program planning, implementation and delivery with proven skills in innovation, data analysis and problem solving.
• Have high level oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Have capacity to design and implement the delivery of student support initiatives and academic literacy workshops and resources for face to face and/or online delivery to Indigenous students.
• Have a current drivers licence and a willingness and ability to travel regularly between, and work from, various campuses.

Working with Children Check:
It is a mandatory requirement for any incumbent of this position to have a current NSW Employee Working with Children Clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package:  HEW Level 8 $130,740 to $145,135 p.a. (comprising Salary of $110,477 to $122,641 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries:Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role toJosh Mason,Director, Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education via email [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 2nd June 2024

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted

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