• UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health

• Full-time, fixed-term position through to December 2025.

• Identified (s25): Position open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples only.

• Base salary will be in the range $89,861 - $96,402 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Based at our Toowong office

About This Opportunity

Join our friendly and supportive team at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health as a Community Engagement Officer!

In this role, you will form a key part of the Operations Team to provide community engagement support for the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health. In this engaging role, you will work on developing and implementing a community engagement strategy to maximise the impact of the Centre’s work. You will work closely with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and community organisations to improve the health and wellbeing of community members.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the planning and running of staff, stakeholder and consumer events.

• Assist team members to manage and extend strategic relationships with other key personnel and organisations within the industry.

• Assisting with marketing and communication activities associated with meaningful engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members.

• Collating and editing content for various forms of publications, ensuring culturally appropriate content for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander audiences.

• Representing the Centre at marketing, communications and engagement events as required.

At UQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are supported to fill their cultural responsibilities, with access to 8 additional days (pro-rata) of paid Cultural Leave annually. Indigenous employees are encouraged to access the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network with a variety of significant events held throughout the year.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About You

The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld).

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. 

If you feel that you meet some, but not all of the selection criteria, please reach out for a confidential chat.

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and/or health services.

• Demonstrated experience in research translation and/or stakeholder engagement along with proven experience in health care delivery or a health research services setting.

• Demonstrated experience in achieving outcomes in a communications environment including online services, publications and stakeholder management.

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills including the ability to communicate effectively with people from a diverse range of educational and cultural backgrounds, particularly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations.

• Well-developed writing skills and ability to translate complex information into clear and concise messages.

• Ability to coordinate and work with others to collaboratively achieve strategic outcomes.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player who promotes a supportive and cohesive environment.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including the right to work in Australia.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Heather Young, Poche Centre Manager, at [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 Sunday 1 September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41547)