Associate Director, Indigenous Employment
Job No.: 684074
Location: Mulgrave
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3 year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $184,668 pa Level 10A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment
- Be a true partner to Indigenous talent and make a positive impact!
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Monash University is seeking an Associate Director, Indigenous Employment to drive our University-wide strategies, programs and initiatives, supporting the attraction, recruitment, development, career progression and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
This pivotal role will involve close collaboration with the portfolio of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous), to provide expert leadership and advice to ensure Indigenous employment strategies are culturally grounded, aligned with Monash’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Framework, and embedded across all University faculties and divisions.
This position is also responsible for building strong, trusted relationships with Indigenous staff and communities, collaborating with senior leaders and HR teams, and championing a culturally safe and inclusive workplace culture that fosters the growth and success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff at Monash.
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).
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead the co-development and implementation of key employment initiatives in collaboration with the portfolio of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous) to strengthen employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
- Partner with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous) to lead the design, oversight and continuous improvement of policies, programs, and initiatives that advance the objectives of the Monash Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Framework 2019–2030
- Proactively lead the engagement and collaboration of Indigenous employment initiatives across HR, working with the HR Recruitment Centre of Excellence to expedite recruitment initiatives
- Build the capability of the Monash workforce to implement Indigenous employment initiatives and strategies
We are looking for someone with:
- Experience in leading and managing Indigenous employment and development programs.
- Proven HR skills with a track record in deploying talent management strategies to achieve business outcomes
- Exceptional management and leadership skills with proven ability to strategically manage and provide authoritative technical and policy advice at the highest levels
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, communities, and relevant social and political landscape
Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities - #ChangeIt with us.
To Apply
Submit your CV along with a cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing your suitability for this position. Key Selection Criteria responses are not required. For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Ms Bridgid Connors, Chief People Officer, 0430 055 866
Position Description: Associate Director - Indigenous Employment
Applications Close: Wednesday 3 September 2025, 11:55PM AEST
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