Griffith University

Higher Education

IndigenousOutreachOfficer

A$85–110k ~AI est. Meadowbrook, Queensland, Australia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
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The Brief

“Indigenous Outreach Officer at Griffith University. Skills: Indigenous outreach, Community engagement. Deliver Indigenous outreach activities. Deliver engagement program”

Industry & Context.

Higher Education

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Tertiary qualification in relevant field, Equivalent skills, knowledge and experience, Substantial understanding of Australian Indigenous cultures, Demonstrated knowledge of Australian Indigenous cultures, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, Blue Card or willingness to obtain

Nice to Have

Experience in higher education/training

What You'll Do.

Deliver Indigenous outreach activities

Deliver engagement program

Provide transition support for students

Maintain links with Indigenous communities

Maintain links with First Peoples

Engage with wider community

Engage with young people

Promote awareness of outreach programs

Maintain relationships with stakeholders

Connect with university stakeholders

Connect with community partners

Provide advice to GUMURRII team

Facilitate recruitment for First Peoples students

Facilitate transition to student life

Deliver prospective First Peoples student camps

Deliver student programs

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work collaboratively with GUMURRII team; Part of a specialist team

Communication Scope

Written communication skills; Verbal communication skills

Full Job Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. Here we strive to be a place where all peoples of all cultures feel valued and respected, and where Indigenous Australian people, cultures, knowledges, experiences and perspectives, form an integral part of our learning, teaching, research, and community engagement. At Griffith, we hold ourselves accountable to the belief that [reconciliation is everybody’s business.](https://www.griffith.edu.au/data/assets/pdf_file/0033/1554495/Reconciliation-Statement.pdf) [Griffith’s 2025-2030 Strategy](https://www.griffith.edu.au/office-vice-chancellor/strategic-plan) is underpinned by five values-informed challenges including: Indigenous flourishing—creating the conditions for Indigenous Australians to thrive academically, socially and culturally. Griffith aims to be the university of choice for Indigenous staff and students—a place where Indigenous people flourish in their study and careers, a place of cultural safety and a place where Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing are celebrated in our curriculum, research and the culture. As part of our ongoing commitment to educational outcomes for First Peoples, we are seeking an Indigenous Outreach Officer to join our team. The GUMURRII Student Success Unit is the heart of Griffith’s Indigenous student community, with a dedicated student hub located on each campus. GUMURRII staff provide high quality services and support for potential and current students, from schools outreach to recruitment, orientation to graduation in a safe and culturally appropriate learning environment. Griffith is committed to the success of our staff and students, with one of the largest First Peoples staff and student cohorts of any Australian University. Join a diverse, friendly, and close-knit environment where the team enjoy making it matter. As an Indigenous Outreach Officer, you’ll work within the Office of Deputy Vice Chan

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