"Director - The Mabo Centre"

Role type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Business & Economics
Department / School: The Mabo Centre
Salary: $232,180 p.a. plus 17% super

Drive Indigenous justice and socio-economic development / Lead groundbreaking research and partnerships / Influence national policy and community engagement.

Apply now to lead The Mabo Centre in advancing Indigenous justice and socio-economic empowerment through strategic partnerships.

Your next career opportunity: As the Director of the Mabo Centre, you'll spearhead strategic initiatives to enhance Native Title agreements, and broader Indigenous land rights justice, focusing on self-determination and socio-economic growth for First Nations landowners. You will lead a dynamic team, foster academic excellence, and build influential partnerships across sectors, contributing to impactful research and policy advancements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide Exceptional Academic Leadership: Guide the Centre's strategic direction and academic excellence, fostering relationships within the University and community.
• Drive Research Excellence: Lead and develop research programs, securing funding, and translating research into policy outcomes.
• Enhance Engagement and Partnerships: Promote cross-discipline collaboration and establish strong partnerships with business, government, and community sectors.
• Manage Resources and Performance: Oversee financial management, staff development, and ensure compliance with University policies.

You may be a great fit if: You will be a distinguished academic leader with a strong background in Indigenous affairs, Native Title, and justice, adept at fostering partnerships and driving socio-economic development.

You may also: Have a Doctoral degree in Law, Justice, or a business-related discipline and/or equivalent professional experience. Possess a proven track record in Indigenous affairs, justice, or Native Title research and policy. Demonstrate exceptional leadership and management skills in a self-funded environment. Exhibit strong influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills. Be adept at sourcing external funding and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being. Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance. Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance. Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program. For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – The Mabo Centre: The Centre is a joint initiative between the University of Melbourne and the National Native Title Council. The National Native Title Council (NNTC) is the peak body for the native title sector. Members are made up of the Traditional Owners of Australia’s lands, waters and resources, and their representative bodies. Through the native title system, the NNTC advocate for the rights and interests of all First Nations people. The NNTC work to support First Nations people’s rights to: Speak for and make decisions about their own lands, waters and resources. Protect and manage their own Country. Self-determine their own social and economic development. Further information about the NNTC is available at https://nntc.com.au/. The Faculty of Business and Economics [FBE] at the University of Melbourne has been preparing students for exciting and challenging careers in industry and public sector since 1924. We have developed an outstanding reputation, locally and internationally, for the quality of our teaching and research. The Faculty has an active advisory board of business leaders, government representatives and community leaders who contribute to the implementation of our vision.

Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume. Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience.