Senior Project Officer (HEO 7)

• Based in the UniSA Education Futures Unit at the Magill campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract until 31 December 2023
• Salary Range $94,941 – $104,143 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role 

The Senior Project Officer is responsible for leading and managing the planning and delivery of projects in support of the Executive Officer within the UniSA Education Futures Academic Unit. This role will contribute to project outcomes as a senior member of the Executive Services Team with projects generally focused on improvement of the Unit’s administrative processes and operations:

• implementing operational improvements for the Unit’s casual staff induction process
• implementing operational improvements for the Unit’s student complaints process
• coordinating the redevelopment of the Unit’s SharePoint site

The specific work therein is required to support the UniSA Education Futures Academic Unit and the work activity associated with this project is expected to be completed within the anticipated timeframe of the contract duration.

The Senior Project Officer will establish strong networks and working relationships with key staff across the Unit and wider University community to enable this work.
About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

At UniSA Education Futures , we develop education professionals who will play a crucial role in the learning and development of children, young people, and adults. Our research contributes to innovation in education and preparation for learning, supporting, and informing new approaches to practice in the ever-evolving education sector. Within UniSA Education Futures, UniSA College is responsible for the university’s pre-degree and pathway programs for Australian students, and implements the University’s Participation Strategy, aimed at increasing the number of students from a low socio-economic background enrolled in the University. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Project manage the implementation of key initiatives within the Academic Unit including:
  • Scoping, planning, development, and management of milestones
  • Conducting research and generating complex project plans, reports, and analysis
  • Liaising with relevant stakeholders to gain involvement and to overcome obstacles/challenges
  • Management of costings and briefings associated with projects and conducting a review to establish achievement of project objectives
• Maintain and develop effective relationships (internally and externally) that promote and sustain the Academic Unit and are of benefit to the University. This includes relationships with stakeholders, academic leaders, and university alumni
• Undertake process mapping and redesign, in partnership with stakeholders, informed by UniSA policy and best practice guides
• Together with project stakeholders, coordinate the redevelopment of the Unit’s SharePoint site
• Foster collaborative and effective relationships with staff from across both the Unit and the University, sharing information and experience and implementing findings where appropriate

• Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline with subsequent relevant experience, or equivalent extensive skills with demonstrated analytical ability, and knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to undertake projects with a high degree of autonomy
• Demonstrated ability to identify areas of risk and inefficiency in existing practices and develop new processes that take advantage of technology to deliver quality and timely service
• Demonstrated high level ability to use the Microsoft Office suite, SharePoint, and other tools to support quality control and information management
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated experience in working effectively with people at all levels and the ability to communicate complex ideas succinctly and clearly

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as: 

• Access to great personal development opportunities 
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees 
• Staff study support 
• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership 

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment.  Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results. 

How to Apply 

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA .  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.
Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Consultant:  Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 5075. 

Applications close: 11.30pm Tuesday 11 April 2023

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment. 
 
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