Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.

The Opportunity

Kulunga is the Aboriginal leadership and engagement division of Kids Research Institute Australia, focused on improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families through culturally safe, community-informed research. It shapes the Institute’s Aboriginal research agenda, builds workforce capacity, and advances the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

This role will work in collaboration with the Head of Kulunga to achieve key priorities and goals outlined in the Institutes Strategic Plan – Research Reimagined and The Standards into the Conduct of Aboriginal Health Research.

The Community Engagement

Coordinator will act as the connector between our families, communities, external stakeholders and Institute teams by creating links, partnerships, networks and building relationships. This position will alsohelp coordinate planning, implementation and evaluation of research within the Institute. The focus of the role is to guide families, community members and Research Teams to work in partnership and to make informed decisions about research priorities, protocols and practice.

Key Responsibilities

- Strengthen local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and support the community to achieve their own priorities and wellbeing outcomes.
- Provide meaningful opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to contribute to and engage in community development programs and research projects.
- Act and communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal Peoples and have knowledge and understanding of their history and cultures.
- Advise Managers and other key stakeholders and work with teams to disseminate documents on issues relevant as related to research projects.
- Support aspects of project planning, development and establishment for a range of research initiatives across the project, to ensure projects are planned, resourced and implemented to quality standards and within agreed scope.

This is a full time, fixed-term opportunity until 30th April 2027 based at our offices in Nedlands.

About You

You will have

- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (such as business administration,



project management, C Relevant experience in an administrative, project management or business capacity.
- An understanding and ability to articulate Aboriginal self-determination, community advancement and capacity building, as well as to a high quality of service delivery and organisational excellence.
- Strong cultural awareness of varying cultures that reside within Western Australia.
- Experience in working with Aboriginal communities and multiple stakeholders, including demonstrated ability to consult with community and represent community views and interest.
- Great people skills with the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships, including ability to communicate in a confident, assertive, and non-aggressive manner and ability to manage conflict.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

- Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
- Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
- Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
- Partner with communities to strength cultural awareness and belonging.




- Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
- We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

- Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
- Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
- Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
- Flexible and hybrid working options.
- Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
- Contemporary offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
- Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to apply If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the , and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact [email protected].

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Contact Name: Kelli McIntosh

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 20/10/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

📌 Community Engagement Coordinator (Nedlands)
🏢 The Kids Research Institute Australia
📍 Nedlands