First Nations Medical Student Advisor

Description:

As the First Nations Medical Student Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and advocating for the success of First Nations medical students. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around fostering a supportive environment, providing resources, and advocating for the needs of First Nations students in the CDU Menzies Medical Program.

About You

To be successful, you will require:
 

• Identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of First Nations peoples.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in the health sector
• Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and perspectives, particularly as they relate to healthcare and education.
• Experience working with First Nations communities, preferably in an educational or healthcare capacity.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to apply specialist knowledge and skills to information technology such as CDU’s internal governance, management, and administration systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and navigate complex academic settings.