Address- Full time, continuing opportunity
- Great opportunity to lead complex and strategic projects at the University
- Base salary from $145,184 plus 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Senior Project Managerworks within Central Operations Services (COS), the service oriented PSU that is responsible for leading and launching operational service strategies which enable high-quality teaching and research outcomes across the University. COS partners with Faculties, Schools and other PSU's to enable service delivery strategies.
The Senior Project Manager will manage the implementation of large and/or strategic projects and initiatives, ensuring effective planning, resource utilisation, and stakeholder collaboration. They establish plans, develop and implement strategies, and optimise project governance and reporting. They also develop and manage project financials to meet objectives within budget constraints.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- establish and manage project plans for large and/or strategic projects and initiatives, including project structure, governance, and key performance indicators
- develop and communicate the project charter, ensuring clarity and common understanding of project objectives and deliverables
- implement project management methodology for consistent and efficient project management across multiple work streams
- oversee resource utilisation and deployment for project implementation
- provide project management leadership, guidance, and accurate definition of project phases, milestones and objectives
- develop and implement project plans, ensuring accurate definition of phases, milestones and objectives
- assess and manage project governance, reporting, risk mitigation and data integrity
- collaborate with stakeholders, facilitate cross-functional teamwork, develop and maintain relationships with internal project partners.
About you:
- demonstrated project management experience of large and complex projects
- experience in the management of significant human and material resources
- experience managing multiple projects with multiple work streams
- significant experience collaborating with and managing a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders
- project management certification (Prince2) highly desirable.
Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia
Please 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 position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role 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 statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion 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 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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Applications Close
Tuesday 21 May 2024 11:59 PM
