Research Officer (Youth Empowerment Project)

Job Description

• Make a meaningful impact on Indigenous communities through culturally-led research.
• Build trusted relationships and support life-changing community wellbeing initiatives.
• This is an identified position and, as such, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education (PVCIE) is responsible for leading the University of Western Australia’s Indigenous Education Strategy which encompasses all areas of the University’s activities. The Kwop Boorn Djenara Centre works collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, families, communities and organisations. The Centre promotes evidence-based suicide prevention practice that empowers individuals, families and communities and respects their culture.

About the opportunity

• Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with Aboriginal youth co-researchers across five community sites, escalating complex or sensitive issues to senior researchers.
• Act as a consistent and culturally safe point of contact between the research team and co-researchers in community organisations.
• Work closely with the research team and stakeholders to deliver and implement project activities across sites in an ethical and efficient manner.

About you

• Relevant degree qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting research activities, including data collection and data analysis.
• Experience working with Aboriginal peoples and communities.
• Experience in social media promotion and communications.