Universities Australia is the voice of Australia’s universities. We work hard to ensure Australia is supported by strong research and excellent higher education.
We champion the role universities play in generating significant social, economic and cultural value for the nation and the rest of the world. We advocate for policy settings that are in the national interest.
Exciting opportunities are available for high-performing policy professionals to join our team and work on a range of policy and advocacy priorities. The positions include:
If you are an experienced professional with knowledge of, or interest in, higher education in Australia, then working at UA could be your next move.
The successful candidates will undertake policy work and analysis to promote and strengthen Australia’s higher education system.
When universities are strong, Australia is strong. That’s why we come to work at UA every day.
Key responsibilities include engaging with key stakeholders and representing UA with a range of university, government and non-government groups.
A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidates for these Canberra-based positions. Flexible work options will be considered.
The policy professionals we are seeking will have the following skills and experience.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.