PRIMARY DETAIL

An exciting opportunity exists for a Team Leader, Indigenous Support Services to join our dynamic team in Walanga Muru.

• Salary Package: From $115,030 to $127,995 (HEW 8) p.a., plus 17% super and annual leave loading. • Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing. • Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

THE ROLE

The Walanga Muru community is currently seeking a Team Leader, Indigenous Support Services with experience working in the education or community sector in student support or a similar role. You will manage the Indigenous student support team and the recruitment and outreach functions of the area and manage the delivery of support services to Indigenous students and staff.

You will have the ability to analyse and report on trends and issues related to student support services while developing and implementing online resources for Indigenous students to enhance their University experience.

About Us Walanga Muru, located within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) portfolio, is a culturally empowering environment that leads the development and implementation of the University's Indigenous engagement and advancement strategies. Our objective is to create a distinct brand that will attract and retain Indigenous students and staff. Our approach is to consult with Indigenous communities to make informed decisions when developing programs and initiatives that will increase enrolments, completions, and employment opportunities. We provide leadership and guidance on matters relating to Indigenous education and employment within the University.

To Apply To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that outlines how you meet the selection criteria below:

• Aboriginality (Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977). • A Master's in Education and a relevant Bachelor's degree (preferably in higher education) or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. • Experience working in the education or community sector in student support, customer support or similar roles. • Knowledge and understanding of government policies on Indigenous support programs and student support services. • Demonstrated experience supervising and/or coordinating staff and their workflows. • Proven ability to use information management systems and meaningfully analyse and report on data and solve problems. • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills and the ability to influence and guide stakeholders through issues and changes. • Proven ability to build and maintain strong reciprocal relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Indigenous communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Position This position is Aboriginal identified. To perform this role, it is essential that the person who holds the role be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

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Role Enquiries: Sam Ricketts, Director of Walanga Muru at [email protected]

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Applications Close:

28/09/2023 11:59 PM

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