Current opportunities at Melbourne

Position Number: 0065263
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 5 years
Faculty: Melbourne Law School
Salary: Level D: $175,858 to $193,740 p.a
                 Level E: $226,517 p.a

• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC).

Opportunity
The Director of the Indigenous Law and Justice Hub at Melbourne Law School will spearhead transformative leadership, driving cutting-edge research and fostering high-impact partnerships. This position will collaborate with key stakeholders to revolutionise Indigenous law and justice scholarship whilst championing innovative curriculum development and decolonisation efforts.

The role demands a passionate advocate for Indigenous self-determination, capable of forging robust relationships with communities, legal experts, and policymakers. By securing vital funding and expanding the Hub's initiatives, the Director will play a pivotal role in effecting systemic legal and policy change, ultimately empowering Indigenous scholars and students to shape the future of justice in Australia.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Forge strategic partnerships with Indigenous organisations, communities, and stakeholders at local, national, and international levels.
• Lead research initiatives, contribute to academic publications, and organise collaborative workshops and seminars.
• Enhance the Hub's public profile through advocacy, engagement, and representation at various forums.
• Provide strategic advice to MLS leadership, drive the Hub's objectives, and support Indigenous student recruitment and mentorship.
• Contribute to teaching, curriculum development, and the decolonisation of learning approaches across MLS programmes.

About You
We’re looking for someone who is a demonstrated leader with the ability to develop and mentor a multidisciplinary team in a culturally safe and inclusive environment, fostering collaboration, professional development, and strong relationships with staff, students, stakeholders, and communities.

You will also have:

• An appropriate degree in law or a relevant field, with a specialisation in Indigenous legal issues, regulation or law.
• A track record of excellence working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations or affairs.
• Extensive knowledge of Indigenous communities across Australia and relevant government and not-for-profit sectors with demonstrated ability to collaborate with partners to deliver collaborative engagement programmes.
• A strong academic record, informed by an understanding of the history and contemporary experiences of Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islanders, together with demonstrated high-level academic research and writing skills.
• Proven ability to implement complex legal and justice initiatives that address social challenges and drive change.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached Candidate Pack.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Employee Benefits
We offer generous employee benefits to help maximise your work life. These include flexible and family friendly working conditions, salary packaging, internal School and Faculty grant schemes including a dedicated scheme for women and generous leave provisions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a culturally rich and values-based environment.

To find out more, go to https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits

How to apply
Your submitted application should include a Cover Letter, CV, and document with responses against the selection criteria found in the Candidate Pack for the role.

For further information about this role, please contact Susan Bradley at susan.bradley@unimelb.edu.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Sunday 25^th of May 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Candidate Pack:  Candidate Pack - Director, Indigenous Law and Justice Hub.pdf