Careers at UniSC

• Buranga Centre, UniSC Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie
• Level 7, $102,512 - $112,061 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing opportunity

The Opportunity

This position offers a meaningful chance to contribute to student success within the Buranga Centre. As the Academic Success Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in supporting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students by offering thoughtful guidance, building strong connections, and working closely with colleagues across our Schools and Student Services. Your work will help create an environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and able to thrive. You’ll engage with students across our campuses, keep a close eye on their progress, and help shape initiatives that strengthen their learning journey and overall experience at UniSC.

Please visit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement for further information.

The University of the Sunshine Coast considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) and the filling of this position constitutes a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

You will

• lead the planning, coordination and continuous improvement of services and activities that strengthen Indigenous student success, wellbeing and sense of belonging;
• shape and enhance Indigenous-focused services at UniSC, contributing to meaningful outcomes delivered through the Buranga Centre; and
• provide thoughtful leadership across the University to uplift academic outcomes and support strong, confident learning journeys for Indigenous students.

About you

You’re someone who brings heart, clarity and purpose to your work, with a genuine commitment to uplifting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students throughout their learning journey. You care deeply about creating spaces where students feel supported, safe, and confident, and you’re energised by helping them settle in, stay on track, and succeed in ways that feel true to who they are. You’re comfortable coordinating a wide mix of activities and you enjoy working closely with teams across the University to ensure students receive the right advice at the right time. You build trusting relationships, communicate with ease, and bring a collaborative spirit to every interaction. Most importantly, you’re someone who values culture, community and opportunity, and you’re ready to play a meaningful role in strengthening the student experience at UniSC.

You will possess:

• Experience leading small teams with a steady, supportive approach that builds a focused, connected and positive team culture.
• Strong experience working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, with a deep understanding of their educational, cultural and engagement needs.
• A track record of developing and delivering initiatives that genuinely empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in their learning journeys.
• Confident interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to create safe and inclusive spaces, work well both independently and with others, build strong relationships, manage priorities, maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Clear and considered verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing accurate reports and documentation.
• Comfortable use of corporate systems, email, browsers and general software.
• A solid understanding of the Australian Higher Education landscape and how it shapes the student experience.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  493820_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 11 January 2026

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Davinia Lagarde
Acting Associate Director, Buranga Centre
Telephone: 07 5456 3179
Email: dlagarde@usc.edu.au

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• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.