Vacancies

Coordinator, First Nations Entry and Transition Programs - Identified

Reference no: 497960
Work type: Continuing - Full Time
Location: Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie, Wagga Wagga
Categories: Indigenous Identified, Student Services

• Join a University with a strong commitment to improving First Nations student outcomes 
• Dynamic, creative team with a commitment to driving results through collaboration with First Nations communities and organisations
• Choose your location of Albury, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga Campus
• Permanent role with an attractive salary plus 17% superannuation

The role

• Continuing, Full Time
• Level 7 - $98,467 to $107,591 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga

As the Coordinator, First Nations Entry and Transition Programs, you will work collaboratively with Faculties and other stakeholders to lead the design, delivery, implementation, evaluation and improvement of culturally appropriate direct entry and transition programs for First Nations students. The Coordinator will also develop and implement strategies to engage with First Nations applicants in wider university admissions programs such as Charles Sturt Advantage in collaboration with relevant teams. Programs aim to build aspiration for university study, direct entry, assist students transitioning into university, and guiding them as they transition from university into their future careers.  

You thrive in roles where success is measured through effective collaboration that delivers positive outcomes for First Nations people. Your approach to work is driven by a commitment to exceeding the expectations of all those with whom you engage, and are committed to performance, quality outcomes, student welfare, equity and conduct. Creativity is at your core, and you actively seek out new ideas and finding new ways of delivering effective services and programs. You are able to present and communicate information and express opinions clearly, fluently and credibly to a range of audiences and in differing contexts. You accept and tackle demanding goals, work hard, make the most of development opportunities and seek progression. Ideally you understand the needs of First Nations students in a university environment.

Your personal circumstances enable you to travel to multiple campuses across NSW, stay overnight where necessary, and to be rostered to work within the hours of 7am and 7pm according to student need.

You will be responsible for 

• Developing, implementing and evaluating culturally appropriate preparation and direct entry programs for First Nations people, ensuring timely delivery of strengths-based services and efficient processes and systems.
• Assisting the Director, First Nations Pathways to manage the funds, resources and activities associated with the program of work in ways that ensure that practices and processes are appropriate and compliant with relevant regulations, policies and strategies.
• Assisting the Director, First Nations Pathways with the coordination of operational reporting including the capture and evaluation of relevant learner engagement metrics and student satisfaction.
• Leading by example to inspire, empower and foster a culture of collaborative, innovation and continuous improvement to support the achievement of high-quality outcomes for students and staff, individually and collectively, and for Charles Sturt University.
• Working collegially and professionally with all university staff in the effective provision of quality services for First Nations students.

About you

Essential criteria:

• 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.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent writing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in leading, motivating, engaging, and managing diverse stakeholders to produce positive program outcomes and collaborate effectively with other work teams.
• Proven ability to demonstrate initiative, independently plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines and produce and report on high quality outcomes.
• Strong technology skills and knowledge with demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise the online environment to support student development of skills.
• Working with Children Check.

Qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant discipline with 4 or more years' subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and management and or specialist expertise; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/ or experience.

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place. Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Division of Student Success here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee 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.

How to apply and further information

Charles Sturt University is partnering with Yilabara Solutions. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply through SEEK using the below links, submitting your current resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria stated that demonstrates how you meet the role requirements.

• Albury-Wodonga - https://www.seek.com.au/job/81667814
• Bathurst / Dubbo / Orange - https://www.seek.com.au/job/81668146
• Port Macquarie - https://www.seek.com.au/job/81668190
• Wagga Wagga - https://www.seek.com.au/job/81668256

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

Matthew Clarke | Yilabara Solutions | Ph: 0428 441 400

Closing Date: 10:00 am, 10 February 2025

Advertised: 29 Jan 2025 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Feb 2025 10:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time