Indigenous Careers

Indigenous careers

Sharing knowledge, building futures

Indigenous careers

Sharing knowledge, building futures

We’re dedicated to ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff have every opportunity to shape their future with us.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment is a key focus for our University. We support our professional and academic staff to realise their career ambitions and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider a career with us. 

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Our team is here to support your application every step of the way.

This video contains names and images of people who have died. We acknowledge that, for some people and communities, these may cause distress and sadness. Where possible, cultural permission to publish has been sought. 

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Why work with us?

Community

Connect with our Yura Network to share knowledge, network, find mentors and access events year-round.

Mentoring and support programs

Gain guidance from a senior mentor or peer through our annual Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mentoring Program.

Cultural leave

Receive up to seven days of special paid leave to attend cultural and ceremonial obligations.

Career coaching

Access expert coaching and develop personalised career plans for your professional growth.

To find out more about our excellent working conditions and benefits for all staff, see our staff benefits page.

Our people

Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff have built a powerful legacy, with their skills, expertise, and cultural perspectives continuing to enrich our community. Their stories inspire change, shape our future, and drive impact across the University and beyond.

Our commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff

Indigenous Workforce Plan

Our Indigenous Workforce Plan (pdf, 3.7MB) highlights key goals and initiatives to support and empower our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplace.

One Sydney, Many People

Our One Sydney, Many People strategy (pdf, 9.4MB) commits to population parity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff by embedding Indigenous knowledge and culture into teaching, research, and university operations.

‘Yanhambabirra Burambabirra Yalbailinya’ (Come, Share and Learn), 2020. Artist: Luke Penrith

Depicting a rich interconnected story of knowledge, community and growth, ‘Yanhambabirra Burambabirra Yalbailinya’ reflects the history and future aspiration of the University. This work has been created to represent the One Sydney, Many People strategy and celebrates our collective vision for the future.