Position Number: 0048455
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full time; Continuing
Department: Indigenous Partnerships Team
Salary: UOM 8 – $122,736-$132,847 p.a. plus 17% super
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
About – Indigenous Partnerships Team
The purpose of the Indigenous Partnerships Team is:
- to further the University’s academic mission through strategic and focussed place partnership initiatives.
- to serve the community within and beyond our campuses by harnessing the University’s convening power and academic expertise for purposeful partnerships, outcomes and impact locally and globally.
- to support transformative and mutually beneficial outcomes through connected, inter-disciplinary and multi-sector partnerships initiatives that cultivate relationships, enable two-way learning and leverage our education and research capabilities and endeavours.
- work closely with the DVC Indigenous and the Indigenous leadership of the University in embedding Indigenous knowledge, participation and collaboration through our partnership activities.
The Indigenous Partnerships Team sits within Chancellery, as part of the Office of the Provost within The University of Melbourne.
About the Role
As a Senior Partnerships Broker, you'll play a crucial role in fostering strategic Indigenous partnerships across key regions. You'll have the opportunity to build and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, contributing to the University's Indigenous engagement goals. Your work will directly impact Aboriginal self-determination, enabling two-way knowledge exchange and co-creation of meaningful outcomes.
Responsibilities include:
- Broker Strategic Partnerships: Support leadership in developing and maintaining key Indigenous community relationships and partnerships.
- Collaborate on Co-Design: Work with Indigenous communities and stakeholders to co-create and implement strategic action plans for partnerships and programs.
- Manage Complex Projects: Oversee partnership initiatives, prepare high-quality documents, and coordinate governance groups and forums.
- Drive Communication and Visibility: Develop communications to enhance the profile and impact of community partnerships and initiatives.
About You
You are a professional with extensive experience in building and managing strategic partnerships, demonstrating a deep understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
You will also have:
- Have strong cultural competence and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrate expertise in project and program management, with a focus on co-creation and co-design.
- Have experience working across urban, regional, and remote Indigenous contexts.
- Excel in preparing compelling documents and managing complex partnerships.
- Show a proven ability to navigate ambiguity and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
Support for Indigenous staff
- Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non-cumulative paid leave per calendar year for the purpose of attending NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities.
- University policies: Indigenous staff are supported by the Indigenous Employment Plan 2023 - 2027 and Indigenous Employment Framework, with the commitment to improving the employment, retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members
- Indigenous Staff Network: Employees who have identified themselves as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander will have access to the Indigenous Staff Network (ISN)
- Cultural events: The University hosts annual cultural events such as the Wominjeka to begin the Academic Year and the Narrm Oration, and recognises significant times throughout the year such as, Reconciliation Week, Mabo Day and NAIDOC Week.
- Employee Assistance Program: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available free for you and your immediate family members.
'Indigenous' here means a person of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience. Please note that you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.
