Role type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 12 months Faculty: Faculty of Education Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super Indigenous-led nation-building program / Lead national curriculum resource design and research / Shape ethical, socially impactful education reform Apply now to lead a dynamic team creating sector-shaping Indigenous curriculum resources for educators nationwide. Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity In this role, you will lead Ngarrngga’s curriculum and pedagogy work to support educators across Australia. You will guide a team developing high-quality, culturally responsive resources that showcase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledges. You will also shape strategy, partnerships and research that extend Ngarrngga’s impact into early childhood and higher education. What you will deliver: Lead and manage a curriculum writing team, setting workflows, monitoring progress and ensuring clear, timely reporting. Design and refine teacher-ready curriculum resources, guides and learning experiences aligned with Ngarrngga’s methodology and curriculum frameworks. Build and maintain partnerships with Indigenous Knowledge holders, educators and academics to inform respectful, practice-based learning materials. Lead quality assurance, trials and continuous improvement cycles to ensure curriculum and assessment resources remain relevant and impactful. Develop approaches and research projects for showcasing Indigenous Knowledges, including databases, partnerships and sector expansion scoping. You may be a great fit if you: Hold a relevant PhD or equivalent research experience, plus teaching qualification and proven school teaching or leadership experience. Demonstrate experience designing and implementing curriculum programs and resources for teachers, aligned with curriculum or early childhood frameworks. Lead small teams and complex education projects, managing workflows, timelines and stakeholder expectations in multi-disciplinary environments. Apply advanced knowledge of learning design, culturally responsive pedagogy and assessment to create high-quality, practice-based learning materials. Engage confidently and respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, Knowledge holders, educators and education sector partners. Adapt quickly between research, curriculum development and project management tasks, maintaining focus, collaboration and delivery under changing priorities. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Ngarrngga Ngarrngga is an Indigenous-led, nation-building program reimagining how Australian educators engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledges. The team designs innovative curriculum resources, professional learning and advocacy that deepen understanding of histories, cultures and Knowledges. You will join a collaborative, research-informed environment that values Indigenous leadership, critical inquiry, creativity and genuine sector partnerships. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au . Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact Melitta Hogarth, Director, Ngarrngga at Melitta.hogarth@unimelb.edu.au . For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick Petersen at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close: Sunday 17 May at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description Curriculum and Pedagogy Lead_Final.docx
