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• Join a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised
• Play a vital role in shaping the future of education and innovation.
• Leverage your skills and expertise to deliver high-quality outcomes
• Fixed Term Contract until May 2025

We are a forward-thinking institution committed to shaping the future of education and innovation. As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we are seeking a dedicated Project Assistant to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the enhancement of our curriculum offerings and drive strategic projects that will shape the future of our institution.

Be challenged and imagine with us

The Project Assistant will play a pivotal role in supporting the Education & Innovation portfolio, with a primary focus on delivering strategic projects aimed at curriculum renewal for our School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences undergraduate programs, as well as postgraduate programs within the Newcastle Business School. Additionally, the Project Assistant will support in developing business cases for new program proposals scheduled for delivery in 2025-2026. The role requires proactive engagement in core business activities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing comprehensive project plans, encompassing scope, objectives, tasks, resource allocations, , and deliverables.
• Identifying project constraints and risks, developing contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions.
• Facilitating project communications to stakeholders and providing regular progress updates..
• Coordinating working groups, fostering collaboration and synergy.
• Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality project outcomes and reports.
• Conducting post-project reviews and evaluations to extract key insights and lessons learned.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence
• Identifying initiatives and making recommendations
• Actively contributing to process improvement
• Maintaining regular communication within the team and with, project sponsors, and working groups.
• Building positive relationships with key stakeholders, including academic and professional staff within the College and broader University community.

You will inspire us with your ability to work autonomously and effectively, execute tasks and drive projects to successful completion. Additionally, we will be impressed if you are someone who actively listens, possesses strong critical thinking skills, and demonstrates an ability to solve problems effectively.

This Fixed Term position is full time at a HEW 5 Higher Education Level until May 2025 and will be based at our City Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land)

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni . 

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is from $77,858 - $90,316 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs 

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.  

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below:

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your qualifications and suitability for the role.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Anna Besser, Senior Manager Education and Innovation on (02) 49217240 or via email [email protected]

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]

Closing date: Monday 22nd April 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you