Full time, continuing employment, contingent on the continuation of external funding, located on Camperdown Campus at the Gadigal Centre
Play a key role in supporting the Gadigal Centre and its strategic objectives
Base Salary $126,065 - $142,171 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
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).
If you identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, please submit a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality with your application.
The Gadigal Centre is the University of Sydney's dedicated student centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, providing academic, pastoral and cultural support services to students to help them achieve their full potential..
As the Advancement Manager at the Gadigal Centre, you will play a central role in supporting the academic success and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at the University of Sydney. You will work closely with the Director and Program Manager of the Gadigal Centre to drive the implementation of student-focused initiatives, and work alongside our other Advancement Manager to manage a high-performing team.
You will serve as a key point of contact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, drawing on your cultural knowledge to provide guidance, foster engagement, and support academic progression. You will lead the development and delivery of targeted academic support services, manage staff performance, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure culturally safe and effective student outcomes.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
support the Advancement Team with a strong emphasis on improving academic outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of Gadigal Centre programs and services
provide academic guidance and mentoring to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
develop and implement tailored learning support initiatives that promote academic progression, retention and completion
liaise with other University Units to embed culturally responsive policies, procedures, and support frameworks for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
manage and develop Gadigal Centre staff to ensure high-quality delivery of academic and student support services
About you
excellent knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and cultures
demonstrated experience in the supervision, training, mentoring and performance management of staff
strong computer literacy skills, in particular corporate level databases and information systems
excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve required outcomes
effective and tactful communication skills together with strong problem-solving skills
the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain 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 programs, 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 LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .
How to apply
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