Macquarie University

Education

IndigenousStudentEngagementCoordinator

$115–125k North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Indigenous Student Engagement Coordinator at Macquarie University. Skills: Indigenous student engagement, Cultural grounding, Team leadership. Develop sense of belonging for students. Identify relevant organisations and stakeholders”

What You'll Achieve.

Increase student engagement; Increase student success; Ensure quality outcomes; Continuous improvement

Industry & Context.

Education
Problems you'll solve

Data analysis; Decision making

Eligibility Requirements

Capacity for domestic travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, Demonstrated experience building relationships with Indigenous communities, Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating initiatives, Experience analysing and reporting on data, Demonstrated leadership capability, Written and verbal communication skills, Knowledge of secondary and tertiary education sectors, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity, Valid Working with Children Check, Qualification Verification Check, National Police Check Clearance, Current NSW driver’s licence

Nice to Have

Experience with community contexts

What You'll Do.

Develop sense of belonging for students

Identify relevant organisations and stakeholders

Recommend opportunities for partnerships

and sustain relationships

Provide meaningful opportunities to students

and deliver initiatives

Increase engagement and success

Lead staff in developing strategies

Assist students to overcome challenges

Collect and analyse data

Ensure quality outcomes

Coordinate and report on enrolment data

Inform decisions about programs

Contribute to broader functions

Comply with EEO regulations

Comply with WHS regulations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal and external stakeholders; Walanga Muru Engagement team

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

## **PRIMARY DETAIL** Lead with cultural capability and purpose to inspire Macquarie University Indigenous students to follow their path. · Salary Package: $114,992 - $124,676 (HEW 7) per annum, plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading · Appointment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), continuing position · Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde Walanga Muru is seeking an experienced and community-focused Indigenous Student Engagement Coordinator to lead and strengthen the Walanga Muru Engagement team. ****Identified Position**** This is an identified role and is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. As part of the recruitment process, we will ask you to provide documentation to confirm your Aboriginality. Your cultural capability will also be assessed through the recruitment process. Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Islander identity is a genuine occupational qualification for this position and is authorised under section 14(d) of the _Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)_. **About the Role** This is a meaningful opportunity to shape the engagement and academic success of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students at Macquarie University, fostering a sense of belonging and community while encouraging pathways to further study and employment. In this role, you will draw on your cultural capability, lived experience, and professional expertise to build purposeful partnerships, deliver tailored initiatives, and guide a team focused on student success. As an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, you will bring cultural knowledge and community connection to everything you do, from designing programs that reflect student needs to cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders that open doors for Indigenous students. Reporting to the Director, Walanga Muru, the Indigenous Student Engagement Coordinator is the senior member of the Engagement team and provides leadership, guidance and m

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