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Company Description:

Head of Institute – Wollotuka Institute
 
The University of Newcastle is a research-intensive University distinguished by its commitment to equity, excellence and sustainability to create a better future through a focus on innovation and impact. We are a sector leader in terms of Indigenous student enrolments and the employment of Indigenous staff, and we are committed to building on this strength and extending our collaboration and partnerships with Indigenous peoples of our regions and beyond.
 
The Wollotuka Institute is dedicated to the advancement and leadership of Indigenous education at a local, national and global level. It draws strength from culture, communities and past journeys. Wollotuka provides an inclusive, culturally safe environment where students can come for support, advice, collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
 
The Head of Institute, Wollotuka Institute reports directly to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic and actively contributes to the strategic direction of the University in close collaboration with the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Strategy and Leadership. Promoting strong links across the University to stimulate and support Indigenous education, innovation and engagement, the Head of Wollotuka plays a key role in strengthening and extending collaboration and partnerships with Indigenous communities to build on the University’s reputation as a sector leader in Indigenous education. 
 
To be successful in this role you:

• Possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories and contemporary issues;
• Have the capacity to work effectively with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in the area of higher education;
• Possess academic credibility;
• Have been recognised for innovative teaching design and delivery;
• Can demonstrate success in attracting competitive funding for research and education and in building successful partnerships;
• Are recognised for your advocacy of Indigenous education and the broader community;
• Are an inspiring and strategic manager and leader, with proven experience in leading academic and professional staff in the development and delivery of strategic and operational goals in a changing environment;
• Exercise sound judgment in financial and people related matters;
• Nurture and encourage a culture of continuous improvement and development; and
• Possess a highly consultative and collaborative approach and are able to provide high-level strategic advice and support to executive leaders; including working with the Pro Vice-Chancellors to focus on Indigenous student recruitment and retention.

 
If you would like to make a significant difference in shaping the Indigenous student experience and contributing to our new Strategic Plan, then we would like to hear from you.
 
For confidential enquiries and to request a copy of the Candidate Brochure, which includes the Position Description and Essential Criteria, please contact Nicola Barwell, Talent Acquisition Manager, at Nicola.Barwell@newcastle.edu.au or on 02 4921 8845.
 
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 29 November 2020.
 
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.