Senior Advisor, Indigenous Access & Engagement

About the role

The Senior Advisor, Indigenous Access and Engagement leads the admissions processes within the Ngarara Willim Centre to support the access, engagement and enrolments of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people into RMIT. The role works closely with key stakeholders across RMIT and with internal and external partners to support the educational aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is a full-time continuing position based at the Melbourne City Campus.

Key responsibilities

• Lead admissions processes within the Ngarara Willim Centre to support access, engagement and enrolments of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students
• Work with stakeholders across RMIT and with internal and external partners to support First Nations students' educational goals
• Manage and supervise staff to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tertiary education success

Required profile

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; proof of heritage will be required (special measure position)
• Well-developed community connections and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and community needs
• Experience advising and supporting students to pursue their educational goals, including understanding the challenges faced by First Nations students
• Experience managing and supervising staff
• Working with Children Check required

Required skills

• Accurate and efficient record keeping and financial management
• Project management, working autonomously and managing competing priorities and deadlines
• Data analysis, issue identification, recommendation of action and report writing
• Team collaboration and strong interpersonal skills, including managing sensitive matters in a culturally appropriate way

What we offer

• Salary of $121,213 per year plus 17% superannuation
• Up to 10 days of cultural leave
• Hybrid working arrangement

Applications close on 22 November 2026 at 11:55 PM. Applicants must apply through the RMIT jobs website.