Senior Program Officer, Heo 7 (Identified)

Full time / Fixed term up until, 30/04/2027Opportunity to contribute and drive change for Indigenous futuresBase Salary (HEO7) $104,633 - $113,992 + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThis position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).We are seeking a candidate well versed across Indigenous community engagement, with an active interest in improving the future self-determination of Indigenous Entrepreneurs, Business owners and Enterprising Communities.is a globally renown school, ranked in the top 1% worldwide across business and management education. In partnership with the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Inc (NSWICC), The University of Sydney Business School is co-delivering the Indigenous Supplier Development Program to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs to sustainably grow their businesses .As the Senior Program Officer, you will provide project management support and act as the core liaison point between the University of Sydney Business School and NSWICC, and as a point of contact for participants in the newly launched Indigenous Supplier Development Program. The Senior Program Officer will assist in driving the success of this business accelerator program and enhancing the experience of all program participants.Your key responsibilities will be to:Develop and implement effective administrative processes to support program deliveryMaintenance of accurate program informationProvide project management and guidance to internal and external stakeholders in the program delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement cycleCoordinate academic faculty, industry partners and the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce team to ensure partnership goals are met and a seamless program experienceProvide excellent and highly responsive level of customer service to prospective participants, current participants and program alumniManage program budget within funding model and oversee commercial aspects of the partnership agreement with the NSW Indigenous Chamber of CommerceAbout youIdentify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanderindustry experience working with Indigenous communities in an advisory capacity or equivalentdemonstrated understanding and connection to culture through community engagement and previous professional experienceability to network and build strong partnerships with internal/ external stakeholderscapacity to prioritise and manage competing deadlines/ projectsproficiency in Microsoft office applications and computer literacyTo keep our community safe, please be aware of our which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease 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 reasons for the position.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all roles 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 statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include 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 , , , , and those who identify as . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Portia Fitzpatrick, Recruitment Consultant by email to© The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the for this role.Applications Close Sunday 07 April 2024 11:59 PM