At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate university partnerships and engage with stakeholders to empower Indigenous students.
- Company: Aurora Education Foundation, dedicated to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, professional development, and cultural safety.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent growth opportunities and a focus on cultural inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by connecting Indigenous youth with educational opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in stakeholder engagement and understanding of Indigenous cultures.
The predicted salary is between 87500 - 97500 $ per year.
University Partnerships and Engagement Coordinator (Identified Role) 12 Month Contract at Aurora Education Foundation
“Empower Indigenous young people to connect with culture, support and resources they need to achieve their educational goals”
Work Type: Hybrid, 2 days in the office (Wednesday & Thursday) and 3 days Work From Home
Location: Office is in Waterloo
Employment type: Full-time - 12 Month Contract
Salary: $87,500-$97,500 + Superannuation + Not For Profit salary packaging
About Aurora: Aurora’s vision is a society in which Australia’s First Peoples determine their aspirations through education and life‑long learning, shaping a new future for our country. Our mission is to inspire First Peoples in their education journey and connect them with educational and career opportunities that enable them to realise their potential.
About the role: Your role reports to the University Partnerships and Strategy Manager and contributes to Aurora’s Pathways and Partnerships priorities by coordinating and strengthening strategic university relationships with Australian and selected international universities. You will identify partnerships and engagement opportunities, coordinate university engagement activities, and provide timely insights that help inform Aurora’s partnership approach.
A key focus of the role is creating and coordinating culturally safe and meaningful opportunities that strengthen pathways to university for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and support their participation and success in higher education.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the University Partnerships and Strategy Manager to deliver Aurora’s University Partnership Strategy.
- Build and maintain relationships with Australian and selected international universities, including Indigenous student support teams, faculties, student services, scholarships and other relevant stakeholders.
- Identify and develop opportunities for university partners to support Aurora’s programs, postgraduate pathways, strategic priorities and culturally safe student engagement.
- Coordinate partnership activities, including agreements, engagement plans, stakeholder engagement records, briefing materials and follow‑up actions.
- Plan and coordinate face‑to‑face and virtual university engagement activities that promote Aurora’s programs and opportunities.
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of university partners, stakeholder contacts, engagement activity, partnership opportunities and follow‑up actions across Aurora’s agreed systems.
Other requirements of the job:
- Comply with cultural safety principles about overcoming the cultural power imbalances of places, people and policies to contribute to improvements in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
- Maintain the National Child Safety, Code of Conduct and Procedure.
Experience:
- Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, organisations and the issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia.
- Ability to communicate effectively, respectfully and confidently with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, university staff, Indigenous sector stakeholders and internal teams.
- Experience cultivating stakeholder relationships, preferably with Australian or international universities, higher education partners, community organisations, student pathways programs or the Indigenous sector.
Why you’ll love working with us:
- To be inspired by our purpose, leaders, and team members, with 93 % of our team members recommending Aurora as an excellent place to work.
- To experience a culture of psychological and cultural safety, with 96 % of team members viewing Aurora as an inclusive organisation.
- To have a healthy work‑life balance, with a hybrid work model,
University Partnerships and Engagement Coordinator in Waterloo employer: Aurora Education Foundation
Aurora Education Foundation is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering Indigenous young people through education and cultural connection. With a strong focus on employee well-being, our hybrid work model, inclusive culture, and commitment to professional growth create a supportive environment where team members thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive benefits and a workplace that values respect, collaboration, and cultural safety.
Contact Details:
Aurora Education Foundation Recruitment Team
