Community Engagement Officer (Identified s25)

School of Public Health

Full-time (100), fixed-term position for up to 2 years

Base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100,296 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women only, as a genuine occupational requirement recognising the importance of cultural knowledge, lived experience, and the contribution of women in the workplace to improving health outcomes.

Based at our Herston Campus

Acknowledgement Of Country

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

About This Opportunity

The First Nations Cancer & Wellbeing Research (FNCWR) program is offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate and community-minded individual to join our team as a Community Engagement Officer.

This role will see you working on innovative, community-driven projects that empower First Nations peoples and communities affected by cancer. You’ll help shape meaningful engagement strategies, foster strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensure research is translated into action where it matters most.

If you’re looking for a role with purpose, grounded in culture and community, we invite you to bring your voice, your experience, and your passion to UQ. For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About Uq

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:

• Up to 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 hybrid working options and flexible start/finish times
• 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
• UQ Study for Staff
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)

• Salary Packaging Options

As part of our team, you'll have access to cultural leave, allowing you to maintain and celebrate your cultural responsibilities. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. Be part of an organisation that respects and champions Indigenous voices, your journey starts here!

Our Commitment

UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement. The University’s Strategic Plan outlines strategies aimed at increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, which are supported through the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy. Here in Australia, we especially want to play a leading role in reconciliation as advocates with and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

At a national level, in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we will embed reconciliation across the University’s operations to achieve and implement a ‘Stretch’ Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) by 2025.

About You

Genuine Occupational Requirement:  The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander women. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

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

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

You Will Also Have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations (e.g. yarning circles).
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, preferably in health care delivery or health research services.
• Well-developed writing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible messages.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Gail Garvey (AM). For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want To Apply?

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

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section

• Resume

Other Information

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.

Your cultural identity will be respected, valued, and embraced in this role.

Applications close Sunday 19 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-55302). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Monday 27th October 2025..