Director - Indigenous Development & Education

Posting Date: 25 Feb 2026

Type of Position: Fixed Term

Location: 

Rockhampton, QLD, AU

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2030), Full-Time
• Office of the Vice-President Indigenous Engagement
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Attractive Remuneration Package

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

CQUniversity is seeking an exceptional, values-driven leader to join us as Director – Indigenous Development and Education, providing strategic, academic, and cultural leadership to advance First Nations education, student success, and institutional capability across the University.

Working closely with the Vice-President, Indigenous Engagement, you will lead the development and delivery of key academic strategies, drive high-impact initiatives, and oversee the operations of the Indigenous Development and Education Directorate. This is a rare opportunity to influence meaningful, system-level change and champion the embedding of First Nations knowledges across learning, teaching, and research.

At CQUniversity, you will help shape a future where First Nations knowledges, leadership, and success are embedded across the institution. You will join a committed, purpose-driven division dedicated to creating lasting, positive outcomes for students, communities, and the broader sector.

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

• Relevant postgraduate qualifications (PhD or equivalent) and extensive relevant experience; or extensive proven management experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Strong understanding of current professional and educational issues in higher education, including those relating to First Nations students, staff, and communities, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues within the Indigenous Engagement Division and across the University.
• Demonstrated experience leading the development, implementation, and review of new academic curriculum in a tertiary environment.
• Demonstrated record of effective teaching and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate higher education students with a strong track record of quality teaching evidenced by student and/or peer feedback.

Position Description

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

Apply today for a career that changes lives

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

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 19 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6961

Contact Details:

Adrian Miller

(07) 4726 5382

vp-oie@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. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

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.

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