Moorditj-abiny Champion

The position will be filled by a person who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Pursuant to a Section 50 (d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 only applications from suitably qualified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates will be considered

About The Team

The Office of Pro Vice Chancellor First Nations is guided by principles of truth-telling reconciliation and empowerment. Working across the entire University the Office supports the success and inclusion of First Nations students and staff while actively advancing Indigenous knowledges and cultural inclusivity within the University community and beyond.

Your New Role!

Moorditj-abiny a Noongar phrase meaning becoming strong or a strong path forward reflects the purpose of the Moorditj-abiny Program. The program supports the indigenisation of the University by offering workshops sessions yarns outreach activities and events that promote celebrate and embed First Nations knowledges and perspectives. It also provides valuable professional development opportunities for First Nations students.

Moorditj-abiny Champions play an essential role by helping coordinate and deliver these workshops training sessions outreach initiatives and events.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Build positive relationships welcome new students host campus tours and assist with outreach and engagement activities that support First Nations communities and prospective students
• Support the planning co-design and delivery of workshops cultural capability and cultural leadership training information sessions and events; manage logistics materials communications enquiries and administrative tasks
• Represent the University at internal and external events manage information stalls work collaboratively within the First Nations team embody University values follow policies and undertake additional duties are required

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This casual role attracts a competitive casual rate of $41.28 p/hr $45.98 p/hr inclusive of 25% casual loading plus 12% employer superannuation contributions.

Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement effective July 2026
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)
• Please ensure your CV includes the contact details of two referees who are available for reference checks

What youll bring to the role:

• Currently enrolled at Murdoch University and preferably having completed at least one semester with satisfactory academic standing
• Understanding of First Nations students and the challenges they may face within the University environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students staff and Community members
• Confidence and capability to interact with diverse groups and deliver presentations or training sessions
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively supported by strong organisational and time-management skills
  
  

Please note the successful candidate will be required to have a valid working with children check or the ability to register for one in accordance with the Universitys Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia

Please see theApplicant Guidefor more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Aaron Taylor Moorditj-abiny Program Coordinator and quote JR104681 as the reference.

Applications Close on 6 February 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.