Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement)

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

On-campus health services

Leadership programs

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Childcare support

Research grants

Job summary

University of Technology Sydney seeks an outstanding Indigenous leader to join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology as Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement). The appointee will lead Indigenous strategy, advise senior leaders and drive alignment with university policy to maximise engagement and outcomes across the Faculty.

The role requires strong academic leadership, strategic thinking and proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strategic and academic leadership in Indigenous education and research.
• Experience progressing Indigenous strategic objectives in complex environments.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous higher education challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational Indigenous leadership within the Faculty.
• Advise the Dean and senior leadership on Indigenous priorities and policy alignment.
• Develop, implement and monitor Indigenous education, research and employment strategy.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to maximise Indigenous engagement and success.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Indigenous education

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

UTS acknowledges that we are located on the lands of the Gadigal, Bidjigal and the Gamaygal. We would also like to pay respect to their Elders past and present acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of their lands.

At UTS, we’re changing the game. We’re on a journey to be the leading university of technology and we’re moving the world forward with our breakthroughs. We want bright minds and constantly curious people to help us make it happen. As a young university, our goal is to connect, collaborate and make an impact with purpose and passion.

About the role

We are seeking an outstanding Indigenous leader to join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology as Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement).

The Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) reports to the Dean and plays a pivotal leadership role within the Faculty and the wider UTS community. The position leads the development, implementation and monitoring of the Faculty’s Indigenous education, research and employment strategy and related initiatives, with the aim of maximising Indigenous engagement and success across the Faculty.

As the primary source of Indigenous strategic advice within the Faculty, you will advise the Dean and senior leadership on matters of Indigenous significance and work closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) to ensure Faculty priorities align with university-wide Indigenous policy, strategy and key performance indicators.

About You

You will be an experienced Indigenous academic leader with the ability to provide strategic and operational advice and build strong collaborative relationships across a complex organisation.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience providing strategic and academic leadership in Indigenous education and research, with the ability to contribute to Faculty and University-wide priorities.
• Strong experience progressing Indigenous strategic objectives within a complex environment, including supporting the development and implementation of strategy, policy and initiatives.
• Highly developed leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build collaborative relationships across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the challenges, opportunities and contemporary issues affecting Indigenous higher education, including education, research, research training and employment.
• A strong record of academic and/or professional leadership, supported by high-level qualifications or equivalent accreditation and standing in a relevant discipline.

For the full list of selection criteria, please download the attached Position Description.

Applications are only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people pursuant to the exemption granted to UTS under s126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). We will only consider applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Establishing your status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person means any person who:

• is of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
• identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
• is accepted as such by the community in which you live and or have lived.

A competitive base salary will be offered to the chosen candidate. This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

The position is full-time and will be made on a 5-year fixed-term basis.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support professional growth, personal well-being, and work-life balance. With programs like Fitness Passport and on-campus health services, we prioritise physical and mental wellness. Employees enjoy access to leadership programs, promotional opportunities, alongside study time support. We also offer flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, childcare support, and research grants, ensuring a balanced and enriching work environment.

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Accessibility

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce and we encourage applicants where relevant to include a relative to opportunity or career disruption/break statement within their CV.

For more details about the role or for specific enquiries or issues with your application, please direct them to Kyle Plant in the UTS Recruitment Team at [e-mail].