Indigenous Future Student Officer

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Western Australia is seeking an Indigenous Outreach professional to coordinate outreach, engagement and recruitment for prospective Indigenous students across Western Australia.

You will build strong partnerships with schools, communities and university stakeholders to promote Indigenous participation and provide pathway guidance, scholarships and entry options. This full-time role is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students or communities.
• Ability to engage with Aboriginal peoples, community organisations and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of WA education system and Indigenous higher education pathways.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication with a customer service focus.
• Ability to work independently and with strong organisational and digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver outreach and recruitment activities for prospective Indigenous students, including school visits and regional travel.
• Build relationships with schools, communities and stakeholders to support Indigenous participation in higher education.
• Provide advice and admin support on scholarships, accommodation, ABSTUDY and entry options.

Skills

Indigenous engagement

Stakeholder relations

Workshops/outreach

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Digital literacy

Job description

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students on their journey to higher education.
• Build strong connections with schools, communities and future students across Western Australia through outreach and engagement programs.
• Identified position: This role is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
• Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level 6, $99,040.00 – $104,669.00 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous (DVCI) provides strategic leadership for Indigenous initiatives across The University of Western Australia. Through education, student support, research and community engagement, the Indigenous Portfolio works to advance opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, strengthen Indigenous participation in higher education, and support the development of future leaders.

The Indigenous Students Centre plays a vital role in creating pathways to university and supporting Indigenous students throughout their educational journey. Working closely with schools, communities and internal stakeholders, the team delivers programs and initiatives that encourage participation, improve access and create positive student outcomes.

About the opportunity

• Coordinate and deliver outreach, engagement and recruitment activities for prospective Indigenous students, including school visits, regional travel, community engagement and presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, community organisations, prospective students and key university stakeholders to support Indigenous participation in higher education.
• Provide high-quality advice, administrative support and student pathway information, including guidance on scholarships, accommodation, ABSTUDY and university entry options.

About you

• Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, communities or educational initiatives.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with Aboriginal peoples, community organisations and external stakeholders, building trusted and productive relationships.
• Knowledge of the Western Australian education system and Indigenous higher education pathways, combined with the ability to deliver workshops, presentations and outreach activities.
• Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong customer service and community engagement focus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, supported by strong organisational, administrative and digital literacy skills.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current WA Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

This position is only available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island people as permitted under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. UWA believes that an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individual wouldbring essential insights and understanding to this role, enhancing the university’s ability to connect with and serve the community effectively.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 20 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities.

With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Queries regarding indigenous aspects of the role may be directed to [e-mail] To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.