Senior Project Officer

• Newly created opportunity for a Senior Project Officer

• Full time, fixed term 12 months, with possibility of renewal

• $100,032 – 108,979 Base + 17% Superannuation

About the opportunity

As a Senior Project Officer, you will provide project coordination and operational support to achieve the Research Portfolio’s objectives. This is an opportunity to drive new business initiatives and utilize your strategic thinking and consultative skills.

You will work with a range of staff and provide project management support to multiple work streams within a multi-faceted and complex program of work within the Post Award Strategic Initiatives Team. If you’re someone who enjoys working in a fantastic team culture, embraces complexity and excels in the development of innovative improvement projects, this is the role for you!

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work collaboratively with the Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives, Post-Award and other members of the Post-Award team

• provide end-to-end project coordination for Research Portfolio projects on grant management, process improvements, and quality assurance and compliance

• support the mapping of key project resources and stakeholders required to establish and commence projects

• develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with multiple project stakeholders

• develop and implement project governance and reporting procedures to monitor and control progress

• identify and analyse emerging risks and threats to operational efficiency, compliance and program implementation

• identify and analyse opportunities for business and process improvements within the Post Award teams

• develop resources and training for the Post Award teams and other key stakeholders to communicate planning and implementation of projects and procedures

About you

• relevant experience in delivering complex projects

• experience in the higher education/tertiary sector or at a complex, multi-faceted organisation

• experience managing a diverse group of stakeholders on large or complex projects

• critical thinking, analytical skills, and exceptional planning abilities, with the ability to work independently towards strict deadlines

• effective team player with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• ability to positively influence key stakeholders in the successful delivery of project outcomes

• dedication to improving business processes and procedures

• business analysis and change management experience and/or qualifications might be beneficial to the role.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Nicole Cunningham, Recruitment Operations, on 0449973799 or by email to Nicole.cunningham@sydney.edu.au

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