Outreach & Engagement Officer (Identified s25)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU)

Only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people (Identified s25)

This is a full-time fixed term position through to August 2026 with salary in the range $93,491 - $100,296 (HEW 6), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

The Outreach & Engagement Officer will assist in promoting The University of Queensland as the first-choice university for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This role will contribute to ATSISU's key objectives of increasing recruitment, retention, academic performance, and graduation rates by coordinating a variety of activities, events, and programs.

Key Responsibilities Will Include:

Program Development and Implementation

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of outreach and engagement programs, events, and activities. These initiatives are designed to raise awareness of higher education opportunities, promote their value, and build student self-confidence for tertiary study.

Student and Stakeholder Advising

• Provide expert advice to prospective students, parents/guardians, and schools on university pathways. This includes showcasing university campuses, programs, and events to the wider community.

Community Engagement and Resource Creation

• Actively participate in the implementation of engagement events and activities. You will also assist with the design and coordination of community engagement resources and materials.

Relationship Building

• Maintain and build positive relationships with key stakeholders, schools, and the community to support the team's outreach and engagement goals.

About You

The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and the filling of this position constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth). 

The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. 

• Degree/qualifications with at least three years of relevant experience in a program officer or student services role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of secondary and tertiary education systems, with a particular understanding of the barriers and challenges that influence Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' aspirations for tertiary study.
• Proven ability to deliver programs and coordinate events and activities. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• You must hold an open driver's license as the role involves logistical coordination.
• You must have a Blue Card or the ability to attain one ensuring compliance with relevant regulations for working with young people.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

About Uq

At UQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are supported to fill their cultural responsibilities, with access to 8 additional days (pro-rata) of paid Cultural Leave annually. Indigenous employees are encouraged to access the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network with a variety of significant events held throughout the year. 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options.

Want To Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kerry at kerry.maloney@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 29 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-54729). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 8 September 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. 

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. 

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.