Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment:
Our Commitment to You

The University of Queensland is committed to the ongoing employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across a range of job types from traineeships to trades, and from administration to academic positions.

We recognise the value and significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in achieving and maintaining a diverse community.

We encourage all staff to contribute and learn from each other, and promotes activities which increase understanding of Indigenous cultures.

The University of Queensland offers job security, flexible working conditions and cultural support.

Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy is focused on the Recruitment and Retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through a range of activities including:

Identifying appropriate areas within the University’s organisational units where entry level Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander positions may be developed;
Encouraging suitably qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for vacancies;
Encouraging the recruitment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff to all areas of the University and in all levels and types of employment to achieve an aspirational target of 2.8% of the University workforce;
Developing and retaining our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff through professional development and by creating a culturally safe and inclusive work environment.