Project Manager

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Project Management

Project Manager

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week) (part-time will be considered)
• Duration: 12 month fixed term contract (with potential for up to 5 years extension)
• Remuneration: $118,883 - $133,948 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working) with travel to Tasmania required at times
• Full Australian working rights required for the duration of the contract

About UNSW:

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 50 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters:

As a Project Manager, you will work with the Chief Investigators to co-ordinate the effective and efficient delivery of this large translational research project within the agreed timeframe, budget, quality, and resources. The position will oversee and manage the project cycles and all their components, including developing project planning documentation, identifying and building appropriate project teams and managing all stakeholder engagement and quality assurance.

This is a highly collaborative role which will involve working with UNSW, University of Tasmania, Mindgardens Neuroscience Network, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District and Department of Health Tasmania.

The role reports to a Senior Research Fellow, Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health at UNSW and will work closely with the Executive Director of Mindgardens Neuroscience Network and Professor at Tasmanian Centre for Mental Health Service Innovation . The position has no direct reports.

Who You Are:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (eg Health Sciences, Nursing or Psychology) with relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Proven project management experience, with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
• Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• Experience working with health services – experience with community mental health services is particularly desirable.
• High level of experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Office suite, electronic medical records and project management programs (e.g., Trello/Jira/Asana).
• Research experience including using quantitative and qualitative analysis programs (e.g., R/SPSS/NVIVO).
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Background checks required for this position:

• Verification of qualifications
• Australian criminal records check

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 4th March at 8:00am. Your application should include a document addressing the Selection Criteria (skills and experience on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:19 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:04 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time