Senior Project Management Specialist

• Full time (38 hours per week) ongoing role
• $98,630 - $107,440 per annum 
• Based at a major TAFE Gippsland Campus
• Key specialist role
• Job Reference No. 2430

About us

Integrity, excellence, collaboration and responsibility are at the heart of our educational philosophy and shape our organisation’s identity. 

As the 2023Large Training Provider of the Year (Victorian Training Awards), we are setting the benchmark for the delivery of accessible, quality vocational education and training in the region. 

For more than 85 years, we have been helping our Gippsland communities thrive by empowering local students and supporting local businesses. We have campuses throughout eastern Victoria, from Warragul and Leongatha to Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance, offering a diverse range of training programs.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Manager Corporate Operations, the Senior Project Management Specialist is responsible for managing and delivering assigned projects across TAFE Gippsland. They are responsible across the full project lifecycle for all aspects of the project and provide reporting across project deliverables as required. The Senior Project Management Specialist works collaboratively across stakeholder areas of the Institute and from time to time may lead Project Officers who support the delivery of key projects. 

About you

As the Senior Project Management Specialist you have an extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods, techniques and their application in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) environment. You have the ability to manage all aspects of project and program management from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues. You have the ability to build stakeholder relationships at all levels and engage business leaders to establish credibility and achieve objectives. You are an exceptional communicator with highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. You demonstrate initiative, decisiveness in resolving business problems and identifying priorities. You have excellent planning and organisational skills with a very high level of attention to detail. 

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications are mandatory, preferably in Project Management and/or related fields 
• Experience in successfully leading projects and programs to on-time, on-schedule and within budget
• Strong experience presenting to executive sponsors

Mandatory requirements

• Current Victorian Working with Children Clearance
• Current Police Check (no older than 12 months old)
• Current Driver’s Licence (travel between campuses is a requirement of the role)
• A valid COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate

A six-month probationary period applies to this position.

Benefits

• A stable employment opportunity
• Employment with a progressive employer
• Competitive salary, benefits and conditions
• Access to an Employee Wellbeing provider 
• A diverse role with plenty of challenges
• Idyllic regional setting in Gippsland
• Professional development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Programs

How to apply

To apply for this position please visit the TAFE Gippsland website. Applications are to be submitted online and must include;

• a current resume; and
• responses to the key selection criteria.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Tim Connolly on 0459 591 ***. For assistance with the online application process, please contact Jenna Langley, People and Culture Manager on 0459 023 ***.

Applications close at 2pm on Monday 1 April 2024.

TAFE Gippsland is committed to fair and equitable recruitment and employment processes based on merit, competence and potential. If you would like assistance with your resume and cover letter please contact the Gippsland Skills and Jobs Centre on 1300 282 317.

TAFE Gippsland is a Child Safe Organisation and equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.