Senior Specialist, Indigenous Initiatives & Data Governance

UTS; Sydney; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work practices

Child care centres

Parental leave

Salary packaging opportunities

Job summary

UTS Library seeks a Senior Specialist, Indigenous Initiatives to lead behind-the-scenes, project-based work advancing culturally safe practices and Indigenous data governance. You will support ATSIDA development, engage with researchers and communities, and contribute to policies and services aligned with Indigenous priorities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, specialist advisory capacity, and alignment with UTS policies, while fostering a culturally responsive library environment and ongoing

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders including community members, researchers, and external partners.
• Experience driving Indigenous initiatives in education, research, or cultural heritage settings.
• Knowledge of Indigenous data governance, archival practices, and cultural protocols.

Responsibilities

• Proactively contribute to and manage projects impacting Library functions.
• Provide expert advice on Indigenous research data management and access.
• Work with stakeholders to develop policies and infrastructure for culturally appropriate data access.
• Build and maintain relationships across multi-disciplinary projects to improve Library services.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Relevant degree qualification

Job description

UTS Library seeks a Senior Specialist, Indigenous Initiatives to lead behind-the-scenes, project-based work advancing culturally safe practices and Indigenous data governance. You will support ATSIDA development, engage with researchers and communities, and contribute to policies and services aligned with Indigenous priorities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, specialist advisory capacity, and alignment with UTS policies, while fostering a culturally responsive library environment and ongoing