Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges that we are located on the lands of the Gadigal, Bidjigal and the Gamaygal. We would also like to pay respect to their Elders past and present acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of their lands.

At UTS, we’re changing the game. We’re on a journey to be the leading university of technology and we’re moving the world forward with our breakthroughs. We want bright minds and constantly curious people to help us make it happen. As a young university, our goal is to connect, collaborate and make an impact with purpose and passion.

About the role

We are seeking an outstanding Indigenous leader to join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology as Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement).

The Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) reports to the Dean and plays a pivotal leadership role within the Faculty and the wider UTS community. The position leads the development, implementation and monitoring of the Faculty’s Indigenous education, research and employment strategy and related initiatives, with the aim of maximising Indigenous engagement and success across the Faculty.

As the primary source of Indigenous strategic advice within the Faculty, you will advise the Dean and senior leadership on matters of Indigenous significance and work closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) to ensure Faculty priorities align with university-wide Indigenous policy, strategy and key performance indicators.

About You

You will be an experienced Indigenous academic leader with the ability to provide strategic and operational advice and build strong collaborative relationships across a complex organisation.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Demonstrated experience providing strategic and academic leadership in Indigenous education and research, with the ability to contribute to Faculty and University-wide priorities.
- Strong experience progressing Indigenous strategic objectives within a complex environment, including supporting the development and implementation of strategy, policy and initiatives.
- Highly developed leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build collaborative relationships across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the challenges,



opportunities and contemporary issues affecting Indigenous higher education, including education, research, research training and employment.
- A strong record of academic and/or professional leadership, supported by high-level qualifications or equivalent accreditation and standing in a relevant discipline.

For the full list of selection criteria, please download the attached Position Description.

Role Eligibility

Applications are only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, pursuant to the exemption granted to UTS under s126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). We will only consider applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Establishing your status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person means any person who:

- is of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- is accepted as such by the community in which you live and or have lived.

Remuneration & Benefits A competitive base salary will be offered to the chosen candidate. This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

The position is full-time and will be made on a 5-year fixed-term basis.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support professional growth, personal well-being, and work-life balance. With programs like Fitness Passport and on-campus health services, we prioritise physical and mental wellness. Employees enjoy access to leadership programs, promotional opportunities, alongside study time support.

We also offer flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, childcare support, and research grants, ensuring a balanced and enriching work environment.

How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

- Your current resume.
- A cover letter (maximum three pages) outlining your motivation for applying and addressing the following selection criteria:
- Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic and operational advice to the Dean, Faculty, PVC (Indigenous Leadership & Engagement),



Committees and others as required.
- Demonstrated academic leadership experience in the context of Indigenous education and research.
- Demonstrated capacity to identify new opportunities and build collaborative relationships within the faculty, across UTS and externally to promote the faculty’s research/educational strengths with industry and community partners.
- Strong understanding of the challenges and professional, industry and community issues and trends in relation to Indigenous higher education.
- Experience in the progression of Indigenous strategic objectives within a complex and varying environment.

For information to assist you with compiling your 3 page cover-letter to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria.

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce and we encourage applicants where relevant to include a relative to prospect or career disruption/break statement within their CV.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC347528 and your name.

For more details about the role or for specific enquiries or issues with your application, please direct them to Kyle Plant in the UTS Recruitment Team at [email protected].

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.

📌 Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Technology Sydney
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