Project Officer Indigenous Student Wellbeing

Date: 21 Nov 2024

Job Location: Cairns, QLD, AU Townsville, QLD, AU Gladstone, QLD, AU Rockhampton, QLD, AU

Company: Central Queensland University

About this Opportunity


CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The aim of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment and Career Development Strategy is to address the under-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across all CQUniversity campuses. Due to cultural sensitivities and adherence to Indigenous cultural protocols, CQUniversity is seeking both a male and female for the full-time roles of “Project Officer Indigenous Student Wellbeing." This initiative is supported through CQUniversity's Reconciliation Action Plan deliverables 9.4 - 9.4.2. The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).  This position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

 

  • Continuing, Full Time
  • Student Success Division
  • CQUniversity Cairns, Gladstone, Rockhampton or Townsville
  • Higher Education Worker Level 6
  • Total Remuneration $107,321 to $115,586 pa (including salary of $90,688 to $97,672 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)


Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

 

CQUniversity’s Counselling, Wellbeing and Safer Communities Portfolio aims to provide professional and inclusive counselling, wellbeing, and safer community services to the whole University. Our objective is to see students succeed in their studies and to promote personal resilience, and social and emotional wellbeing through the development of effective coping strategies and study skills. We promote student engagement and retention by supporting students with issues that impact their studies and personal lives. 

 

At CQUniversity, we are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment where students and staff thrive. We’re looking for a passionate individual to join our Counselling, Wellbeing and Safer Communities Team, leading initiatives that enhance the cultural, social, and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Be Rewarded

 

  • 6 weeks annual leave (Including End of Year Closure)
  • Generous carers, maternity and paternity leave
  • Flexible and inclusive work / life balance
  • Fantastic staff professional / career development opportunities
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Position Requirements

 

  • Identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person
  • Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and societies, and the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
  • Knowledge and understanding in the development and implementing cultural wellbeing frameworks within the workplace for students and staff.
  • Knowledge and understanding of project management.
  • Knowledge in the use of computers including a range of business support and project management software (e.g. word processing, spread sheeting, database, electronic diary, email etc.).

Position Description

 

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

 

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Friday, 06 December 2024

  

Job Requisition ID: 5352

  

Contact Details: 

Paige Cole

(07) 4930 9283

p.cole@cqu.edu.au

 

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.