• Program Manager opportunity to lead the Gadigal Centre
• Located at Camperdown/Darlington Campus
• Fixed-Term 2 years with a competitive remuneration package, relative to experience, that includes leave loading and 17% contribution to super

About the opportunity

The Program Manager, Gadigal Centre (Identified) has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)

Reporting to the Director, Gadigal Centre, the Program Manager, Gadigal Centre (Identified) will oversee the creation and delivery of all strategic programs and initiatives relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student success at The Gadigal Centre. This role includes all phases of learning and wellbeing assistance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students delivered by the Centre's Advancement and Engagement Coordinators and provides leadership in identifying and addressing trends, areas for improvement and pockets of good practice across the University.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for Program Manager, Gadigal Centre (Identified) who:

• identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• has lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and communities
• possesses strong leadership skills
• has demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work.
• has strong experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student/ employee success
• has strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills together with effective leadership and people management skills.
• has demonstrated knowledge of the various Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisation in the local regions.
• has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• financial and budgetary management skills - desirable.

About us

Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We're Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 70,000 students.

One Sydney Many People Strategy 2021-2024, the University's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander integrated strategy launched in February 2021, maps how the University will expand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education, research and engagement to become activity that is core to the University.

One Sydney Many People Strategy 2021-2024 is a whole-of-university approach which aims to ensure that all faculties and University services are committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander advancement.

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position

This position is designated as a child-related employment. To be able to work in this role, you will need a current Working with Children Check

How to Apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Nicole Cunningham, Recruitment Partner Recruitment Operations, Human Resources on 0449 973 799 or by email

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

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