Pro Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous (Identified)

• 3-year fixed term, full time position

• Advance the aims of the University's Indigenous Strategy; influence University-wide change and build meaningful partnerships

• Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is a world-class research and teaching university which encourages progressive thinking, breaking with convention, whilst challenging the status quo. We are proud to produce leaders who drive positive change for the benefit of Australia and the global community.

We are now seeking a Pro Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous who will contribute to our whole-of-University commitment to promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation, engagement, education and research.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Strategy and Services), this role provides strategic leadership and advice on the objectives of the University’s One Sydney, Many People Indigenous strategy and the broader University strategic priorities.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous role is a member of the University Executive Indigenous Committee (UE IC) and will work in close collaboration with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research, the Director of Indigenous Research, faculty level Associate Deans Indigenous, the National Centre for Cultural Competence and the Gadigal Centre. Areas of focus for this role include the embedding of Indigenous knowledge across curriculum, implementation of student pathway programs (including the Extended Bachelor Program), and advancing One Sydney, Many People initiatives that elevate Indigenous research.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Indigenous will also assist the University to strengthen government and industry networks along with continued positive community interactions with Indigenous Australians.  This role has strong involvement with, and requires a deep understanding of, the issues relating to and affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, as well as an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD and identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Key benefits 

• a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund 

• tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund 

• generous relocation allowance if moving from interstate or overseas 

• access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centers 

• gain the recognition of working in a leading University. 

Term and remuneration

The successful candidate will be offered a 3-year fixed term position on a full-time basis. The appointment is subject to completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications should consist of a CV and brief candidate statement (no more than four pages) which outlining your interest and what you will bring to the role. As part of the Candidate Statement, please address the key elements of the Skills, Capabilities and Experience as outlined on page 8 and 9 of the candidate information brochure.

Please refer to the candidate information brochure and Position Description for further details.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Natalie Walker who is advising the University on this appointment.

T: +61 (0)2 6243 3673

E:[email protected]
W: www.walkerexecutivesearch.com

Applications close Thursday, 10 September 2026

This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)

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Applications Close

Wednesday 09 September 2026 11:59 PM