UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
Part-time, 80% FTE, fixed-term position through to November 2028
Base salary will be in the range $120,317 to $134,893 + 17% super at HEW Level 8

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement, due to the need for lived cultural knowledge and experience to support the Centre’s work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Based at our Toowong location.

Acknowledgement of Country

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

About This Opportunity

Join the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health in a purposeful leadership role supporting work that seeks to transform Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ experiences of injustice and inequity in health and wellbeing.

As Operations Manager, you will lead the Centre’s day-to-day operations, providing high-level operational, administrative and project support within a collaborative environment that brings together Indigenous and health expertise, community organisations and health providers. Through culturally safe leadership, operational excellence and continuous improvement, you will help create the conditions for the Centre’s people, partnerships and programs to thrive.

Key responsibilities will include:

Lead the Centre’s day-to-day operations, ensuring responsive, efficient and high-quality administrative and business support aligned with strategic priorities.
Develop and continuously improve systems, processes and workflows that promote best-practice service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness.
Foster a culturally safe, respectful and inclusive workplace aligned with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of Knowing, Being and Doing.
Coordinate operational planning and delivery across governance, finance, human resources, facilities, events, projects and Higher Degree by Research student administration.

About You

The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

You will hold relevant qualifications in business, management, administration or a related discipline, together with substantial relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
You will have essential experience working collaboratively with and for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities or organisations.
You will demonstrate experience managing operational functions and implementing systems, administrative processes and service improvements within a complex organisation.
You will bring experience in financial administration, budget coordination and resource management.
You will have experience supporting human resources processes, including recruitment, onboarding and workforce administration.
You will demonstrate the ability to promote culturally safe workplace practices and support capability development in culturally responsive ways.
You will bring strong project coordination, event management, organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills, together with the initiative to solve problems and manage competing priorities.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave.

UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement, and to playing a leading role in reconciliation in Australia. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy, we work in partnership with communities to embed reconciliation across our operations. You will be supported to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, and your cultural identity will be respected, valued and embraced.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Heather Young. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Sunday 1st November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69963). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday 5th November.

Acknowledgment of Country:

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.

Why Choose UQ?

At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.

As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million).

Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries.

Career Development and Support:

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

Diverse and Inclusive Community:

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Join the UQ Community:

Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work.

For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

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