Indigenous Impact Specialist (Identified)

Indigenous Impact Specialist (Identified)

• Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week) however part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Remuneration: Level 8 $127351 - $143489 (depending on experience) 17% super leave loading
• Location: Kensington NSW (hybrid)

This is an identified position and open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants only. UNSWs exemption under section 126 (s126) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

About UNSW:

UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. Its the reason were one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australias prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters:

The Division of Societal Impact Equity & Engagement (SIEE) leads UNSWs work to build a diverse inclusive community and drive positive change with our partners across society.

Were seeking an Indigenous Societal Impact Specialist to embed Indigenous knowledges into UNSWs inaugural Societal Impact Framework (SIF) - a university-wide approach to understanding and demonstrating our impact across research education engagement and operations.

In this role youll ensure Indigenous perspectives shape how impact is measured and communicated. Youll collaborate across Faculties and Divisions students and our extended Indigenous communities designing culturally appropriate approaches to data collection analysis storytelling and evaluation. Youll help showcase UNSWs achievements with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and strengthen our collective contribution.

Key focus areas:

• Embed Indigenous knowledges and perspectives into the SIF.
• Lead consultations and engagement with Indigenous staff students and communities.
• Develop culturally appropriate impact measures data practices and storytelling approaches.
• Collaborate across UNSW to align the SIF with related strategic initiatives related to Indigenous knowledges
• Produce compelling data visualisations reports and case studies that demonstrate outcomes.
• Lead a pilot that engages a number of senior stakeholders and iterate based on insights

This role reports to the Director Societal Impact & Evaluation and has no direct reports.

UNSW considers being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander a genuine occupational qualification under s.14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Skills and Experience:

• This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position. Applicants must be an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person. Confirmation of Aboriginality is required.
• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience with skills gained through a combination of education training or professional practice. Experience or qualifications in qualitative data analysis social sciences or statistics would be an advantage.
• Experience working within Indigenous communities and with Indigenous businesses demonstrating knowledge of Indigenous protocols and collecting data.
• Proven project management experience with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans objectives and documentation.
• Excellent consultation and facilitation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse qualitative and quantitative data from diverse sources
• Experience with a range of evaluation and data analysis methods relevant to both qualitative and quantitative data
• Experience working in the higher education sector or with complex organisations is preferable.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
• Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.

For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required refer to the position description found under the positionlisting on

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible working options.
• Career development opportunities.
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
• We offer 10 days cultural leave and we have an Indigenous Employee Network.
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness).

For further details on the benefits please visit to Apply: Submit your CV & a succinct one-page cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job by 11:55pm 3rd November 2025
Please note: All offers of employment will be subject to Confirmation of Aboriginality.

Contact Information:
For queries regarding submission contact Amy Denney - Talent Acquisition Associate.
For queries regarding UNSWs Indigenous strategy contact Natalie Chenhall - Manager Indigenous Employment.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.