Academic Lead (First Nations Curriculum) - Identified First Nations Position
About The Position
As Academic Lead (First Nations Curriculum), you will provide cultural, academic and strategic leadership to embed First Nations knowledges across curriculum and learning design. Working as part of the Gulaay team, you will guide the implementation of the University’s First Nations Strategy, Indigenous Australian Content in Courses Policy, and Indigenous Cultural Competence Graduate Learning Outcomes. You will collaborate closely with academic staff, professional teams, communities, and external partners to strengthen curriculum, support course accreditation, and enhance culturally responsive teaching practice. The role also contributes to professional development, mentoring, scholarly engagement, and continuous improvement in learning and teaching aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
Requirements
- A First Nations academic or education leader
- Cultural leadership, collaboration and a commitment to making a positive difference through education
- Strong experience in First Nations curriculum, pedagogy or academic development
- Deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing in learning contexts
- Proven ability to guide, support and influence staff through respectful collaboration
- Experience building trusted, reciprocal relationships with communities and partners
- A values‑driven approach aligned with Charles Sturt’s commitment to inclusion, impact and excellence
Responsibilities
- Lead First Nations curriculum strategy and impact across the university
- Build strong community, sector and regulatory partnerships
- Influence teaching practice through Indigenous pedagogy and leadership
- Provide cultural, academic and strategic leadership to embed First Nations knowledges across curriculum and learning design
- Guide the implementation of the University’s First Nations Strategy, Indigenous Australian Content in Courses Policy, and Indigenous Cultural Competence Graduate Learning Outcomes
- Collaborate closely with academic staff, professional teams, communities, and external partners to strengthen curriculum, support course accreditation, and enhance culturally responsive teaching practice
- Contribute to professional development, mentoring, scholarly engagement, and continuous improvement in learning and teaching aligned with the University’s strategic priorities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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