Coordinator, Indigenous Student Success

Overview:

• ​​Fixed term, full time role until March 2026​
• Salary HEW 7 plus 17% Superannuation
• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​and hybrid ways of working​

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About The Role

As Coordinator, Indigenous Student Success, you will support the planning of Indigenous Student success strategies and is responsible for the delivery and implementation of activities that increase the retention, progression, and completion outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students.

You will build strong purposeful connections with Indigenous Students throughout their educational experience at RMIT. You will also work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders to support the success of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students.

This role will also require you to lead complex student cases to ensure equity and consistency across strategically critical cases for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Students.   You will be able to work under broad direction and adapt procedures to fit individual circumstances or using theoretical principles in modifying techniques.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A sound knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an understanding of community needs, particularly the educational and personal support needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport with staff, students and the community and the ability to manage sensitive matters in a professional and culturally appropriate manner. 
• Proven ability to find, tailor and deliver information effectively to a diverse range of people.
• Proven strong organisational skills, sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work co-operatively and flexibly as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven computer literacy.
• The ability to organise and prioritise tasks to show initiative and judgement.

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Qualifications

A tertiary qualification is desirable but not essential.  Applicants without formal tertiary qualifications must have an appropriate level of professional expertise gained through experience, preferably in the tertiary education sector.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing and maintaining a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About The Centre

The Ngarara Willim Centre at RMIT University is a culturally safe space. We promote the self-determination and success of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and Community. We are dedicated to nurturing their growth, aspirations and empowering each individual to reach their full potential. We do this by supporting them in their educational journey and equipping them with the skills, knowledge and a sense of belonging. Our team offers ongoing guidance with study, living and cultural needs.

“Ngarara” means gathering and “Willim” means home in the Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung language, the traditional custodians of the land where RMIT stands.  www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous/facilities 

Indigenous students - RMIT University www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Djerami Callope, Snr Advisor Indigenous Student Success (VE) at djerami.callope@rmit.edu.au.

Position Description

Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday 5 October 2025

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Applications Close:

5 Oct 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

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