Indigenous Impact Specialist (Identified)
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week), however part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
- Duration: 12-month contract
- Remuneration: Level 8 $127,351 - $143,489 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
- Location: Kensington, NSW (hybrid)
This is an identified position and open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants only. UNSW’s exemption under section 126 (s126) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters:
The Division of Societal Impact, Equity & Engagement (SIEE) leads UNSW’s work to build a diverse, inclusive community and drive positive change with our partners across society.
We’re seeking an Indigenous Societal Impact Specialist to embed Indigenous knowledges into UNSW’s inaugural Societal Impact Framework (SIF) - a university-wide approach to understanding and demonstrating our impact across research, education, engagement and operations.
In this role, you’ll ensure Indigenous perspectives shape how impact is measured and communicated. You’ll collaborate across Faculties and Divisions, students and our extended Indigenous communities, designing culturally appropriate approaches to data collection, analysis, storytelling and evaluation. You’ll help showcase UNSW’s achievements with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and strengthen our collective contribution.
Key focus areas:
- Embed Indigenous knowledges and perspectives into the SIF.
- Lead consultations and engagement with Indigenous staff, students, and communities.
- Develop culturally appropriate impact measures, data practices and storytelling approaches.
- Collaborate across UNSW to align the SIF with related strategic initiatives related to Indigenous knowledges
- Produce compelling data visualisations, reports and case studies that demonstrate outcomes.
- Lead a pilot that engages a number of senior stakeholders, and iterate based on insights
This role reports to the Director, Societal Impact & Evaluation and has no direct reports.
UNSW considers being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander a genuine occupational qualification under s.14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Skills and Experience:
- This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position. Applicants must be an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person. Confirmation of Aboriginality is required.
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience, with skills gained through a combination of education, training, or professional practice. Experience or qualifications in qualitative data analysis, social sciences, or statistics would be an advantage.
- Experience working within Indigenous communities and with Indigenous businesses, demonstrating knowledge of Indigenous protocols and collecting data.
- Proven project management experience, with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
- Excellent consultation, and facilitation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse qualitative and quantitative data from diverse sources
- Experience with a range of evaluation and data analysis methods relevant to both qualitative and quantitative data
- Experience working in the higher education sector or with complex organisations is preferable.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
- Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
- Flexible working options.
- Career development opportunities.
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
- We offer 10 days cultural leave, and we have an Indigenous Employee Network.
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).
For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
How to Apply: Submit your CV & a succinct one-page cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job by 11:55pm, 29th October 2025Please note: Full application and evidence of Indigeneity will be requested for short listed applicants. All offers of employment will be subject to prior submission of satisfactory proof of Aboriginality.
Contact Information:
For queries regarding submission, contact Amy Denney a.denney@unsw.edu.au - Talent Acquisition Associate.
For queries regarding UNSW’s Indigenous strategy, contact Natalie Chenhall n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au - Manager Indigenous Employment.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
