First Nations Student Support Officer

Uniglobaltechnologies; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelaide University invites applications for a First Nations Student Support Officer within the Student Experience and Success portfolio at the Adelaide City Campus. This full-time, 1-year fixed term role provides holistic support for First Nations students through culturally safe services and meaningful engagement to help students thrive during their academic journey.

You will work closely with students, communities and university stakeholders to foster wellbeing, connection and participation

Qualifications

• Experience providing support to First Nations students.
• Ability to deliver culturally safe services.
• Strong relationship-building with students and communities.
• Experience coordinating programs and activities.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic support for First Nations students.
• Deliver culturally safe services for students.
• Build relationships with students, communities and stakeholders.
• Coordinate programs and activities for students.
• Assist with referrals to internal and external services.
• Support a safe and inclusive university environment.

Skills

Holistic support

Culturally safe services

Stakeholder engagement

Wellbeing support

Job description

Australia - International Student Market

822K inbound students (2024) +10%

1. China 168K

2. India 128K

3. Nepal 57K

4. Vietnam 33K

5. Malaysia 26K

3 international branch campuses in Australia

OVERVIEW Adelaide University is seeking a First Nations Student Support Officer based within the Student Experience and Success portfolio at the Adelaide City Campus. This is a full-time, 1-year fixed term opportunity focused on providing holistic support for First Nations students through culturally safe services and meaningful engagement. The role involves working closely with students, communities, and stakeholders to help students thrive throughout their academic journey. The successful candidate will contribute to a safe and inclusive environment while supporting wellbeing, connection, and participation in university activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide holistic support for First Nations students
• Deliver culturally safe services for students
• Build strong relationships with students, communities, and stakeholders
• Deliver tailored support services addressing personal, cultural, academic, and wellbeing needs
• Coordinate programs and activities for students
• Assist with referrals to internal and external services
• Provide a safe and inclusive environment for students
• Support First Nations students to thrive throughout their university experience

Requirements

• Ability to provide holistic support services for First Nations students
• Capacity to deliver culturally safe services
• Experience building relationships with students, communities, and stakeholders
• Ability to support personal, cultural, academic, and wellbeing needs
• Experience coordinating programs and activities
• Ability to assist students with referrals to services
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This position plays an important role in helping First Nations students access support, services, and opportunities that contribute to academic success and wellbeing. By creating culturally safe environments and strengthening connections between students and the university community, the role supports participation, engagement, and positive student experiences.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight experience supporting students in higher education or community settings
• Demonstrate understanding of culturally safe services and inclusive practices
• Provide examples of coordinating activities, programs, or student-focused initiatives
• Showcase communication skills when working with diverse communities and stakeholders
• Include experience supporting academic and wellbeing outcomes for students
• Tailor your application to the responsibilities listed in the position description