• Shape exceptional experiences for Indigenous students and support the growth of Indigenous knowledges across UWA.
• Join a collaborative, values‑driven team where your ideas, initiative and people‑first approach matter.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $95,231 – $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous (PVCI) leads the University’s Indigenous Portfolio, driving the development and implementation of Indigenous strategy across UWA.

The team provides strategic leadership for the School of Indigenous Studies and delivers specialised support to current and future Indigenous students, leading change while developing future leaders within communities.

Working in partnership with key units — including the Berndt Museum and the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health — the Portfolio supports multi-disciplinary teaching, research and initiatives that strengthen Indigenous knowledges, student success and workforce outcomes.

About the opportunity

• Lead and coordinate high-level administrative operations that enhance academic services and uplift the student experience within the School of Indigenous Studies.
• Provide expert support to School governance committees, including the Teaching & Learning Committee and Board of Examiners, ensuring smooth, compliant and well‑organised processes.
• Work closely with academic staff on unit and course administration — including timetabling, curriculum documentation and financial processes — to support effective and efficient teaching delivery.

About you

• You bring relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent capability, backed by substantial senior administrative experience.
• You have a strong track record supporting governance committees, ideally within a university setting.
• You understand how university courses, units and academic policies work — and can confidently advise others on them.
• You excel in providing accurate, timely and comprehensive advice to students in a tertiary environment.
• You work effectively both independently and collaboratively, with strong communication and customer service skills suited to an Indigenous teaching environment.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description:  PD - Teaching Operations Officer (522888).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sabrina Swift at sabrina.swift@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday 6 April 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.