Provide project management support to the project teams within the Sydney Institute of community languages education
Casual Part time, 3 days per week (flexible days) until the end of June 2025
HEO 7 Step 1 $71.61 per hour excluding Superannuation
About the opportunity
The Sydney Institute for Community Language Education (SICLE) Senior Project Specialist provides project management advice and operational support to project teams, coordinating the implementation and delivery of a broad range of activities and tasks in order to meet established milestones and deliverables to support SICLE’s leadership and staff to fulfil the mission and objectives of SICLE.
The SICLE Senior Project Specialist will be working closely with principals and teachers from Community Language Schools organising and facilitating professional learning opportunities and research projects.
The Senior Project Specialist is responsible for providing management support to project teams within SICLE and preparing status reports in line with broader project governance requirements. The Senior Project Specialist will manage stakeholders and communications, ensuring effective collaboration and team work with other project teams and stakeholders across SICLE and the University.
Your key responsibilities will be:
provide project management specialist support and advice to contribute to the planning and establishment of projects
collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive and accurate project plans that ensure consistency and alignment with project objectives
coordinate the logistical aspects of multiple projects, while effectively managing project teams' performance and resource allocation
generate detailed project activity reports and proactively implement necessary changes to ensure consistent progress towards milestones and timely delivery of project deliverables
develop and implement robust project governance procedures to effectively monitor project performance, mitigate risks, and support the development of business cases and audit reports
create and maintain productive relationships with diverse internal and external project stakeholders, while implementing strategic communication plans to ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged
monitor project financials by tracking budgets, allocating costs effectively, and promptly identifying and addressing any financial issues or project-related problems
undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities
About you
excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide and diverse range of people
the ability to work autonomously
demonstrated ability to make sound and practical judgement when dealing with clients, contractors and staff members so as to avoid delays with maintenance and rectification works, and to meet expected deadlines thereby ensuring client satisfaction
excellent organisational skills with experience in the provision of administrative support
qualifications or experience in education (primary/secondary and/or tertiary)
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions , which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
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 completing all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
EEO statement
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
How to apply
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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 Michael Abelardo by email to [email protected]
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