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.
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.
URL
embed-9935b64049
All University staff have access to flexible working arrangements that let you balance your work and personal responsibilities, as well as generous leave entitlements.
We support families with family-friendly working hours, up to 36 weeks of paid parental leave, a University Parents and Carers Network, breastfeeding-friendly rooms on all campuses, nearby childcare centers, and up to 20 days of paid leave for staff experiencing family violence.
Managers and supervisors can nominate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders or staff for leadership development programs. These programs apply to emerging or existing leaders and are available for staff across all levels.
The University has implemented a specialist recruitment panel of First Nations recruiters who are technical and cultural experts in recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Our Kinship Module provides essential training and learning in traditional Aboriginal social structures for all employees, ensuring Indigenous staff feel safe and included by fostering a culturally competent and respectful workplace.
To find out more about our excellent working conditions and benefits for all staff, see our staff benefits page.
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.
‘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.