Position Number: 0065361
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Enterprise Performance Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 9 – $139,693 – $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead end-to-end project management.
- Gain exposure to strategic projects that drive positive change for the University
- Competitive salary package, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families
About the Role
This presents an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and supportive team! You will be responsible for end-to-end project management, including ideation, planning, execution, and delivery. The role requires a diverse skill set, including project management, collaborative leadership, stakeholder management, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Using your creativity and vision, you will ensure that projects align with the goals and mission of the University. Collaborating with other professional teams and faculties, you will develop engagement strategies to manage complex projects, and lead successful engagement approaches with stakeholders to ensure a shared understanding of project scope, objectives and deliverables to support successful project delivery.
As a member of EPG, you will connect across different business units and the enterprise to deliver impacts and lasting change. Your role ensures the successful execution of transformative projects aligned with the University's strategic agenda, driving positive change for the benefit of students, staff and the community. This role offers you the opportunity to play a core role in diverse and exciting projects which focus on operational improvement, business transformation and change. Join us and make a difference!
Your responsibilities will include:
- Applying appropriate project approaches (such as agile, waterfall, or hybrid) to ensure that projects align with stakeholder needs, requirements, and organisational capacity.
- Working collaboratively and proactively across teams to develop integrated project scope and delivery plans to ensure quality outcomes and enhance project value, delivery, and likelihood of success.
- Developing and providing project communications to a wide range of stakeholders.
- Applying excellent judgement and problem-solving skills to the Project, and ensure the effective execution of these skills within a complex project environment.
Who we are looking for
We are in search of a project professional with a knack for problem-solving and effective stakeholder management. Your role will involve translating stakeholder needs into clear project objectives, and ensuring alignment with our strategic goals. Your adaptability and confidence in navigating ambiguity will be key, coupled with a genuine passion for driving transformative change. Collaboration is essential, as is the ability to manage projects to time and budget and working independently across the organisation. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are also a must, as you'll be tasked with identifying potential risks and navigating through pathways promptly.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects with a wide organisational impact
- Proven ability to deliver successful outcomes within a defined timeframe and budget
- Proactive approach to task and issue management
- Demonstrated understanding of contemporary project management approaches relevant to complex projects
- Previous experience using project management systems and tools, and experience working on strategic projects in the education sector is desirable
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Enterprise Performance Group (EPG)
The Enterprise Performance Group (EPG) is a centre of excellence in business transformation and operational performance. We drive improved operational efficiency, effectiveness and experiences across the University by bringing together specialist skills and expertise in data asset management, reporting and analytical services with service improvement, design, project delivery and change management.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information - Murmuk Djerring Indigenous Strategy 2023-2027
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
