OVERVIEW The Indigenous Student Success Officer at Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a continuing, full-time professional role based at the Canberra campus, with some flexibility for hybrid work. The position plays a pivotal role in enabling the success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate and postgraduate students through culturally informed, academic, and personal support. Operating within Dhara Daramoolen Indigenous Higher Education Unit (IHEU), the role contributes directly to ACU’s mission of equity, inclusion, and the advancement of the common good. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Enable the success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduate and postgraduate students at ACU. – Provide a range of effective cultural support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. – Provide academic support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. – Provide personal support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. – Operate as part of Dhara Daramoolen Indigenous Higher Education Unit (IHEU). – Contribute to a supportive, culturally safe university environment for First Nations students. REQUIREMENTS – Full-time availability in a continuing role based at the Canberra (ACT) campus. – Ability to meet mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including checks related to gender-based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU compliance requirements. – Hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) as required in the ACT. – Hold Australian work rights. – For a continuing appointment, hold permanent Australian work rights. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role directly supports improved participation, retention, and success outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in higher education. By providing culturally grounded and holistic support, the Indigenous Student Success Officer helps address barriers that First Nations students may face in university environments. The position also contributes to institutional efforts to foster inclusion, respect, and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities within the higher education sector. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Carefully review the official position description and ACU’s mission and values to ensure your application clearly aligns with the purpose of the role. – In your cover letter or selection criteria responses, focus on demonstrating how your experience relates to supporting student success, wellbeing, and engagement. – Clearly address each selection criterion or core competency requested, using concise and relevant examples. – Ensure your resume is up to date and highlights experience relevant to student support, equity, or higher education environments. – Allow sufficient time to complete the online application, including any pre-screening employment questions, before the closing date. – Be prepared to provide documentation for work rights and mandatory checks if you progress to later stages of the recruitment process.