- Drive community-led research to support Indigenous girls’ success
- Build strong networks through mentoring and local engagement
- Promote Ember Connect across UTAS and beyond
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present who hold memories, knowledge and culture, and their enduring cultural practices of caring for Country that spans millennia.
About the Opportunity
The Ember Connect Indigenous Research and Engagement Officer is a core position of an Australian Research Council Linkage Project LP200301010 Empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Girls, Changing Communities, which is based in the Institute of Indigenous Knowledges.
This role will engage with local community and undertake project management and coordination, including conducting literature reviews of Indigenous education, helping draft ethics applications and managing project logistics. In addition, this role will:
- Work closely with other Engagement Officers/Research Assistants
- Maintain regular contact with Ember Connect as the partner organisation
- Foster community connections, and co-author project outputs
- Be active in the Ember Connect program, including social media and mentoring programmes, and will be liaison point between researchers, participants, Project Steering Group members, and other stakeholders
- Provide quality research assistance to, and establish and maintain positive working relationships with, all project stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are achieved and celebrated
- Promote Ember Connect within UTAS and the broader university community
- Liaise with the Riawunna, UTAS student support and engagement teams and other ARC Linkage partners
- Create promotional and other marketing collateral
About the University
At the University of Tasmania, we have mission to make a difference for Tasmania, and from Tasmania. With our unique location and history, we have both an obligation and opportunity to make a global contribution. People are at the heart of that contribution. We focus on building a workplace culture where we come together in a way that empowers us all to connect, belong and grow. The University is one of the largest employers in our State, with campuses in three distinct regions: Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie. We also have a specialised health campus in Sydney. We strive to stimulate economic growth, lift literacy, improve health outcomes for Tasmania and nurture our environment as it nurtures us. We welcome enquiring minds, from near and far, to join us in our pursuit of the extraordinary.
What’s Required
- Ability to use the relevant computer programs required for reports, graphics, and photos
- Demonstrated understanding of the challenges faced by girls and women in gaining an education.
- Excellent liaison skills with the ability to create new networks
- High level communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity
- Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position
- Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration or ability to obtain
This is an Identified Position. You must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates must provide eligibility documentation with their application. Please contact aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au to discuss the documentation required.
What’s on Offer?
On offer is a part time (0.6fte), fixed term (until December 2025) opportunity with a flexible location (Australia wide) and a competitive remuneration package. We value our staff and the important contributions they make to our community. You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including:
- 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
- 5 days per year Aboriginal Cultural leave
- 17% superannuation contribution
- Health and fitness membership options
- Accommodation and car hire discounts
- Health insurance and banking
Belong - Be You
People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at R.A 3 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $103,327 comprising a base salary of $88,314 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply?
If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.
- Please provide your up-to-date resume.
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role and your responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge, and Experience from the Position Description below.
For further information about this position, please contact Associate Professor Sadie Heckenberg, Pro Vice Chancellor Aboriginal Leadership at sadie.heckenberg@utas.edu.au or aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au.
Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 27th of July 2025
PD - Ember Connect Indigenous Research and Engagement Officer - Flexible Location (May 2025).pdf
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
