Advisor, Indigenous Student Success
Royal Melbourne Institute of TechnologyOverview:
Deliver and implement Indigenous Student success strategies
Full-time, continuing role - Aboriginal and Torre Strait Islander designated position*
Salary Level HEW 6 ( $93,891 p.a + 17% Super) plus cultural leave) and 1 day per week from home
Based at the RMIT city campus, but may be required to work at other campuses of the University
RMIT is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s); where culture and heritage is acknowledged, and respected, as being core to their existence.
Our commitment is embedded in everything we do through Responsible Practice.
The Office of Indigenous Education, Research and Engagement (OIERE)
is responsible for providing the leadership and strategic direction for RMIT’s whole-of-university approach to reconciliation and engagement efforts and activities.
The Ngarara Willim Centre sits within the OIERE and is a culturally safe space and promotes self-determination and success of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and Community. The team support students in their educational journey and equipping them with the skills, knowledge and a sense of belonging.
They offer ongoing guidance with study, living and cultural needs and help students to reach their full potential.
About the role
The Advisor, Indigenous Student Success is responsible for the delivery and implementation of Indigenous Student success strategies that increase the retention, progression, and completion outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Students.
The Indigenous Student Success Officer builds strong purposeful connections with Indigenous Students throughout their educational experience at RMIT and works in partnership with internal and external stakeholders to support the success of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students.
To be successful in this position, you’ll have as a minimum:
Knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an understanding of community needs, particularly the educational and personal support needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport with staff, students and the community and a demonstrated ability to manage sensitive matters in a professional and culturally appropriate manner.
The ability to find, tailor and deliver information effectively to a diverse range of people.
Proven strong organisational skills, sound analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively and flexibly as a member of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven computer literacy.
Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise tasks to show initiative and judgement.
Qualifications
A tertiary qualification is desirable but not essential. Applicants without formal tertiary qualifications must have an appropriate level of professional expertise gained through experience, preferably in the tertiary education sector
Note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 2010.
Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is required.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the position and click on the ‘Apply’ link below.
For any queries about the role please reach out to loretta.vaughan@rmit.edu.au or nicole.shanahan@rmit.edu.au - note there will be limited replies between Christmas and the 7th January.
Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and other checks as required by the specific role. Maintaining a valid Working with Children Check is a condition of employment at RMIT.
Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 11 January 2026
Applications Close:
11 Jan 2026 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
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