Indigenous Student Success 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 to appoint an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Support role within the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous (DVCI). The position focuses on providing culturally appropriate support, pastoral care and academic assistance to Indigenous students to navigate university life and achieve educational goals.

Responsibilities include coordinating engagement programs, scholarship support and tutoring, and building strong relationships

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and understanding Indigenous student success.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities to manage programs and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally appropriate support, advice, pastoral care and academic assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Coordinate and deliver student engagement programs, scholarship support and tutoring initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with students, community organisations and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Indigenous student support

Communication

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree

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 difference by supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to thrive throughout their university journey.
• Join a dedicated team committed to Indigenous student success, engagement, belonging and educational achievement at one of Australia's leading universities.
• 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 leadership across UWA's Indigenous Portfolio, driving initiatives that support Indigenous student success, Indigenous workforce development, teaching, research and community engagement. Working in partnership across the University, the Indigenous Portfolio is committed to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, fostering future leaders, and advancing Indigenous knowledges.

The Indigenous Students Centre plays a vital role in supporting current Indigenous students through culturally safe services, programs and opportunities that enhance academic achievement, wellbeing, engagement and a strong sense of belonging throughout the student lifecycle.

About the opportunity

• Provide culturally appropriate support, advice, pastoral care and academic assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, helping them navigate university life and achieve their educational goals.
• Coordinate and deliver student engagement programs, events, scholarship support, tutoring initiatives and activities that strengthen student success, retention, wellbeing and belonging.
• Build strong relationships with students, community organisations and internal stakeholders while contributing to outreach, work-integrated learning opportunities, reporting, administration and continuous service improvement.

About you

• Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, with a strong understanding of Indigenous student success, engagement and higher education pathways.
• Proven ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal peoples, communities and organisations, supported by a strong understanding of Indigenous cultures and perspectives.
• Highly developed communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders and provide professional, student-centred support.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate programs and meet deadlines.
• Relevant degree qualification and subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, training and specialist expertise.

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.

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.

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.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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.