Director - Indigenous Student Outcomes

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2030), Full-Time
• Office of the Vice-President Indigenous Engagement
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Attractive Remuneration Package

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

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for advancing the success, wellbeing, and empowerment of First Nations students? CQUniversity Australia is seeking a dynamic Director - Indigenous Student Outcomes to lead transformative initiatives that will shape the future of Indigenous student experiences across the University.

This is a rare senior leadership opportunity to influence University-wide strategy, embed Indigenous ways of knowing across the student journey, and deliver tangible, lasting outcomes for First Nations learners. Reporting to the Vice-President, Indigenous Engagement, you will guide a high-performing team and collaborate across divisions to create culturally safe, inclusive, and empowering environments where students can thrive.

Step into a role where your leadership will make a real difference, shaping the future of Indigenous student success at CQUniversity and driving meaningful change across the higher education sector.

Be Rewarded

• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Relevant postgraduate qualifications (PhD or equivalent) and extensive relevant experience; or extensive proven management experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Strong understanding of the tertiary education environment and current trends in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education, research, training and/or employment.
• Knowledge of University management, governance and quality assurance frameworks, including legislative and accountability requirements of the Australian tertiary education sector
• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with Indigenous communities, organisations and stakeholders.

Position Description

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

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Reconciliation and First Nations Peoples Employment

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. At CQUniversity, our vision for reconciliation is a just and equitable Australia, empowered by the self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a tertiary education environment that genuinely values and elevates First Nations knowledges, leadership and strengths.

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)

CQUniversity continues to work towards achieving reconciliation by not only incorporating and normalising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives within our everyday business, but also by promoting First Nations voices and contributions across our partners and stakeholders, and our wider communities.

- Please see here for our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 19 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6964

Contact Details: 

Adrian Miller

(07) 4726 5382

vp-oie@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.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

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.

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