"Coordinator, Indigenous Workforce"

About this Opportunity

This position is only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

• Continuing Contingent*, Full-Time
• Office of the Vice-President Indigenous Engagement
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 8
• Total Remuneration $135,403 to $150,810 pa (including salary of $114,418 to $127,437 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

We are seeking a collaborative and values-driven professional to join us as Coordinator, Indigenous Workforce, to help strengthen the attraction, recruitment, retention, and progression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. Your work will help build a culturally safe and inclusive environment across multiple campuses.

Under the direction of the Director, Office of Indigenous Engagement, you will coordinate the development and delivery of programs and initiatives that support and advance the University’s First Nations Workforce Strategy. This is an opportunity to influence meaningful, system-level change to embed effective Indigenous employment practices. This includes analysing policies, advising on improvements, and coordinating initiatives that open pathways and support professional development.

At CQUniversity, we are committed to building the employment levels of First Nations staff and encouraging their career progression and leadership aspirations. You will join a purpose-driven division focused on building a clear and ambitious pathway for CQUniversity to continue building a culturally safe, inclusive, and high-performing workforce.

Be Rewarded

• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of strategic HR initiatives, contemporary employee and industrial relations, and best‑practice workforce planning and recruitment approaches that strengthen Indigenous employment outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in human resources, workforce strategy, or related fields, including delivering targeted workforce or diversity initiatives.
• Proven ability to coordinate and implement workforce programs, translate strategic priorities into practical actions, monitor progress, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Strong capability to work collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders, applying cultural knowledge effectively in professional contexts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear advice, prepare reports and briefings, and communicate sensitively on Indigenous workforce matters.
• High‑level analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and develop practical, evidence‑based solutions.
• Postgraduate qualifications (or progress toward them) and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training (Desirable).

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Reconciliation and First nations Peoples Employment

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. At CQUniversity, our vision for reconciliation is a just and equitable Australia, empowered by the self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a tertiary education environment that genuinely values and elevates First Nations knowledges, leadership and strengths.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

CQUniversity continues to work towards achieving reconciliation – by not only incorporating and normalising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives within our everyday business, but also by promoting First Nations voices and contributions across our partners and stakeholders, and our wider communities.

• Please see here for our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our First Nations Workforce Strategy 2020-2025

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday, 23 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7086

Contact Details:
Emma Cerff
(07) 4150 7185
e.cerff@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

*Appointment to this position will be made in accordance with the provisions and conditions as outlined at Clause 8.5 Funding Contingent Continuing Roles of the CQUniversity Enterprise Agreement and continuation of the position is contingent upon identifiable external funding.