Senior Project Officer, Communications Focus

Senior Project Officer required to support coordinate communications, stakeholder engagement and implementation at the Centre of Research Excellence Part time (0.6 - 0.8 FTE negotiable) fixed term for 2 years at Camperdown Campus (hybrid) Base Salary $104,633 - $113,992 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunityAn exciting opportunity exists to join the vibrant Centre of Research Excellence in Pulmonary Fibrosis (CRE-PF) team as a Senior Project Officer, Communications Focus. You will be closely working with Professor Tamera Corte and a diverse team including chief investigators, collaborators and consumers around Australia. The Senior Project Officer, Communications Focus, provides project management advice and support in coordinating the communications, implementation and delivery of a broad range of activities and tasks in order to meet objectives of the CRE-PF. Responsible for providing project management support to multiple work streams within the Centre of Research Excellence in Pulmonary Fibrosis, including establishing, developing and implementing project plans; ensuring effective collaboration and teamwork and preparing status reports in line with broader CRE-PF requirements. A key focus for the incumbent will be to ensure effective communications and engagement with stakeholders.About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Project Officer, Communications Focus who has: Have a a degree in a relevant field or equivalent skills and experience Demonstrated experience with research communications, website administration and social media management will be advantageous proven organisational skills with excellent communication and proven stakeholder management demonstrated high-level ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work excellent interpersonal skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with a variety of matters. proven attention to detail, planning, analysis and administrative skills together with the ability to work according to strict deadlines and coordinate with various demands. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia 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 reasons for the position. Pre-employment checksYour 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 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 Workday 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 Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to Deepna.Chand@sydney.edu.au . The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description forthis role.