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Adviser, First Nations Students - First Nations Identified Position

Reference no: 495755
Work type: Continuing - Full Time
Location: Albury-Wodonga, Orange, Wagga Wagga
Categories: Indigenous Identified, Student Services, Customer Service

• Support First Nations students to succeed
• Dynamic, creative team with a commitment to driving results through collaboration with First Nations communities and organisations

The Role

• Continuing, Full Time
• Level 6 - $82,846 to $89,610 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Albury/Wodonga, Orange, Wagga Wagga

Under the direction of the Manager, First Nations Student Services, you will be responsible for the collaborative development, and consistent implementation and evaluation, of a range of advisory and advocacy services through First Nations Student Connect.

This role provides services with an inclusive and holistic approach, to support transition to University, access to support, and positive student experience for First Nations students.

To be successful you will have:

• Identify as an Indigenous Australian; demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Australian cultures and societies appropriate to the position; including lived experience and understanding of the issues affecting people in contemporary Australian society and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• A degree in a relevant discipline with 2 or more years' subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience (e.g. an associate diploma with at least 4 years relevant experience; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated communication and negotiation skills to work effectively with relevant stakeholders on matters relevant to the delivery of quality higher education to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of technology and experience in the use of on-line, and flexible solutions in the delivery of services.
• Capacity to effectively and efficiently deliver and support initiatives and case load across multiple sites and mediums to work with minimal supervision.
• Satisfactory National Police and Working with Children Checks.

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Division of Student Success (DSS) aims to provide all Charles Sturt students with an excellent University experience through the provision of quality support and services. The Division supports students from all backgrounds, regardless of whether they study online or on-campus, whether they’ve just finished school or are mature age students. This includes support to First Nations and International students. Students are set up to succeed through the provision of opportunities for engagement, academic excellence and being career ready

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position under section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977. Please be aware you may be asked to provide confirmation of Indigenous Australian Identity.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Application Requirements and Further Information

Charles Sturt University is partnering with Yilabara Solutions. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply through SEEK (links below), submitting your current resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria stated in the position description that demonstrates how you meet the role requirements. Applicants not addressing the essential criteria may not be considered.

Albury/Wodonga
Orange
Wagga Wagga

Additional information is available in the Position Description or by contacting:

Alix Goodwin | Ph: 0417 679 964

Closing Date: 11:59 pm, 20 November 2022

Advertised: 08 Nov 2022 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Nov 2022 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time