Development & Project Officer

Job no: 0061635 
Location: Parkville 
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years  
Department: Corporate Finance Property and Sustainability (CFPS) 
Salary: UOM 7-$102,338-$110,780 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Provide project administration  
• Join a team with a positive culture and contribute to the development of new facilities for the University of Melbourne 
• Competitive 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 
Here is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Development Officer, particularly suited for individuals with a background in property, project management or design and preferably with experience developing scientific education, research or other complex facilities. Your role will be pivotal in the planning and development of new spaces, working closely with the Senior Development Manager, and Development Managers across multiple projects.  

We welcome you to join our high performing team where all members are valued, and we are dedicated to creating great places that contribute positively to society through the transformative power of world-class education, research, sustainability and innovation. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Supporting the procurement, appointment and monitoring of consultants (architectural, engineering, building surveyors, quantity surveyors, timetable analyst etc.) including coordinating site visits, meetings and requests for information 
• Provide administrative, project support and contract management to ensure effective program and project management 
• Support the drafting of project briefs for Program Steering Committee, procurement or stakeholder briefings 
• Support the management and monitoring of progress, performance, budget, scope and change control for assigned projects 

Who we are looking for 
 
We’re looking for an individual who is motivated and has strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.   

You will also have: 

• A relevant qualification and/or relevant working experience, preferably in property development, project management, design or a scientific field 
• Involvement in the administration and coordination of projects in a similar role 
• Experience in coordinating unique project requirements and working with a range of stakeholders 
• Ability to draft reports and advanced computer skills such as Microsoft Suite 

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD. 

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check. 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. 

Your new team – Corporate Finance Property and Sustainability ( CFPS) 
The CFPS division’s key activities include strategy, planning and performance of the University’s estate, investment in and development of property, capital planning and associated investment processes, enterprise portfolio management monitoring and reporting, oversight of financial investment portfolios, treasury and financial risk management, debt and commercial advisory and execution, sustainability strategy development, planning and reporting, and communications and stakeholder engagement. 

The Development Team supports the Property function and includes wide-ranging specialist areas that are concerned with both highly strategic issues, technical due diligence as well as operational aspects of land, property and estate use and development. 

CFPS maintains a strong focus on building and maintaining a positive team culture as well as developing individual staff to their full potential.  

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 
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.    

Be yourself 
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page. 

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at **********@unimelb.edu.au, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request". 

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, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring 

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. 

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka via email at **********@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. 

Applications close: Tuesday 12 March 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) 

Position Description:

  0061635 Development_Project Officer_PD_January 2024.pdf