Queensland University of Technology

• $114,485 to $129,761
• Ongoing, full-time
• Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Reference number: 25290a
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $135,483 to $153,562 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $114,485 to $129,761 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people. For this position it is a genuine occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Performance Coordinator to join Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous Australians, Indigenous Australians, Chancellery Division.

The Senior Performance Coordinator manages activities to provide high-level support in the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Australians) to enhance and facilitate the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. This position plays a pivotal role in developing and monitoring effective business solutions to enhance productivity, improve processes and streamline workflows, ensuring alignment with university policies and legislative requirements.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Portfolio leads Indigenous Australian matters, including institutional policy, strategy and advice on all aspects of Indigenous Australian higher education at QUT. The support centre for QUT’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students (Oodgeroo Unit) and the Carumba Institute which provides leadership and guidance to transform and aligns Indigenous research, learning, teaching, sits within the Indigenous Australian Portfolio..

What you need to succeed

1. Completion of postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and/or extensive relevant experience in policy/program administration.
2. Proven success working productively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with highly developed influencing skills.
3. Proven ability to analyse, interpret and report on quantitative and qualitative data, providing reliable, actionable insights.
4. Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to contribute effectively to policy and procedural review, and continuous improvement.
5. Highly developed written communication skills, with demonstrated high-level expertise in writing and editing a wide range of documents (eg guidelines, reports, and briefing papers.
6. Proven ability to use initiative to plan and prioritise workloads to meet tight deadlines whilst operating under minimum supervision and maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 13-Jun-2025

Applications Close: 29-Jun-2025 at 11.30pm

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