Project Manager

Make a meaningful difference with us:

The role of the Project Manager will be pivotal in the delivery of the Finance Modernisation program by project managing a portfolio of initiatives to deliver realisable benefits on time and within budget.

Please note, this is a full time, permanent role.

Your part in our UnitingCare team:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to determine realisable, value-adding initiatives in line with the project portfolio.
• Deliver projects and identified scopes, ensuring the delivery of business outcomes through efficient use of people, capital and process.
• Working closely with the team to establish an effective project management environment for delivery; including sourcing, design and establishment of project team, project stakeholder engagement, change management and alignment to frameworks and processes.
• Lead a relevant and supportive working group of project specialists, finance subject matter experts, cross functional and vendor/partner resources to deliver on project objectives.
• Set objectives and prioritise tasks, ensuring good project cadence is established to deliver results.
• Manage project costs, resources and the delivery of benefits.
• Deliver project risk and issue management.
• Deliver project performance reporting.
• Contribute to the development of sound business cases for initiatives.
• Undertake project post-implementation reviews to enhance the delivery of future projects.
• Partner and influence key stakeholder groups including Procurement, Digital & Technology, and Strategic Partnerships Team.
• Foster a culture of high performance, professionalism and continuous improvement that encourages individuals to identify opportunities and solutions to improve service delivery, achieve outcomes and meet deadlines.

What makes a difference for us?

• Formal or professional qualifications in Information Technology, Business or related discipline Certificate or Diploma in Project Management; or PRINCE2 / Agile Certifications.
• Project Management experience.
• Experience Project Managing multiple projects simultaneously ensuring best practice delivery methodologies.
• Highly organised with a high attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully managing and delivering projects to achieve critical business outcomes.
• Capability in project planning techniques including the ability to assess and manage risks, costs, resources, and outcomes/deliverables.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and management skills at executive and senior management level with the ability to lead / influence a diverse group of people.
• Excellent problem solving and problem resolution skills.

What makes a difference for you?

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Access to salary packaging, meal and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits
• A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program and employee assistance program
• A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
• Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.

Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples,

UnitingCare as part of our commitment to reconciliation and building long term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, would strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. You can learn more about UnitingCare's Reconciliation Action Plan on our website.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.