"Project Officer"

Project Officer

Classification: ANU Officer Level 6/7 (Administration)

Salary package: $98,378 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full-time, Fixed Term (up to 2 years)

The Position

Yardhura Walani – the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research – is seeking an organised and motivated Project Officer to join our dynamic Culture and Wellbeing Program team.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that directly informs programs and policies benefiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia. Working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, communities, and organisations, you'll coordinate operational aspects of our growing research portfolio including innovative projects focused on Indigenous wellbeing.

As Project Officer, you'll work across multiple externally funded research projects, managing milestones, budgets, and stakeholder relationships while contributing to publications, grant applications, ethics processes, and community engagement activities. Some domestic travel may be involved.

The Person

We are looking for a skilled coordinator with strong organisational abilities and a genuine commitment to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You bring:

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (Project Management desirable) or equivalent professional experience

Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, and contemporary issues

Excellent project coordination skills with meticulous attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently to meet deadlines

Outstanding communication skills and relationship-building capabilities

Commitment to equal opportunity principles and culturally sensitive practice

The School/Department

Located within the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH), Yardhura Walani comprises a vibrant team of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous academic and professional staff committed to collaborative, culturally responsive research. We're enthusiastic about nurturing, mentoring, and continuing to learn together in an environment where your contribution will make a tangible difference.

The College/Division

The ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy (CLGP) is a progressive and newly established College that brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. As part of Australia’s leading university, the College fosters excellence in research, teaching, and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges. The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive.

For further information please contact, Associate Professor Kate Anderson on kate.anderson@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

A statement addressing the selection criteria.

A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.

Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.