• UQ Business School

• Part-time (50%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years

• Base salary will be in the range $89,861.38 - $96,402.32 + 17% Superannuation pro-rata (HEW Level 6)

• Only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people (Identified s105)

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

The Senior Project Officer is responsible for coordinating and/or supervising the successful delivery of the projects and activities of the UQ Indigenous Business Hub (IBH). 

The  UQ  IBH  is  responsible  for  driving  the  delivery  of  the  UQBS  Indigenous  Engagement Strategy which aims to develop and implement a capacity-building framework for aspirational thought leadership and educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The role is responsible for a range of activities across the relevant phase of project delivery, including  (but  not  limited  to)  coordinating  project/activity  plans,  monitoring  and  evaluating delivery; ensuring projects/activities are delivered on time and within budget; engaging with key stakeholders and overseeing the Hub and activity budgets with the Director of the Hub.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Under the Direction of the Director, UQ IBH and the Manager, Strategic Projects support the end to end management of the priority projects/activities of the UQ Indigenous Business Hub including developing project plans and proposals and ensure implementation of activities occurs within agreed timelines and budgets.

• Assist in the coordination of research for the IBH as directed by the Director, IBH.

• Assist with the running of Narra Yimba Indigenous Business Journal, including coordinating editorial timelines and content collation, and providing website support.

• Act as Secretariat for the UQ Indigenous Business Hub advisory Group, coordinating meeting schedules, room bookings, invitations, agenda and preparing progress reports, the minutes and action register from each meeting. 

• Coordinating and developing reports, including desktop research and communications materials for projects/activities as required by the Director. 

• Introduce and maintain quality measurement practices for projects/activities which may include high quality analysis and audit of project proposals and current activities.

• Coordinating project-relevant engagement activities, events and education sessions, including liaising with the UQBS Administration team and the BEL Marketing and Engagement Team to plan communication and event activities for the Hub to support external stakeholder engagement.

• Provide support for other strategic project initiatives where required and as nominated by the Manager, Strategic Projects.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, and purchased leave

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You

The University of Queensland considers that the filling of this position constitutes an equal opportunity measure under s105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• Relevant qualification with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with high attention to detail and the ability to draft documents, reports and submissions.

• Demonstrated capability in providing administrative assistance to committees at an executive support level.

• Experience in resource management and/or project management.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style in engaging in close and genuine partnerships with stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and/or as part of a team, and manage multiple tasks often working to tight timeframes.

• Ability to prioritise your own workload, generate imaginative and innovative solutions to problems and use your initiative as required.

• Advanced computer literacy skills, including experience with a wide range of software applications.

• An understanding of, or the ability to acquire knowledge of University operations, policies and procedures.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, AHPRA registration, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification, blue card check, etc. 

Work Rights: 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Sharlene Leroy-Dyer ([email protected]). For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday, 7th January 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-46062). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for early January 2025.

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