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Project Delivery Manager, UNSW Canberra Rector's Office

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Work type: full time
Location: Canberra, ACT
Categories: Project Management

Project Delivery Manger
Employment type:  Full time, 35hrs 
Duration: Continuing 
Remuneration: Level 8/9 from $118,883 - $ 146,613 plus 17% Superannuation 
Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 

About UNSW Canberra

University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place. At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:

A Project Delivery Manager plays a lead role within UNSW Canberra in providing dedicated executive support to the College Executive and other key stakeholders as the faculty strategy is implemented. The role entails providing advice on appropriate project structures to support strategic decision making and project outcomes are compliant with UNSW requirements. The position is responsible for coordinating strategic projects and initiatives aligned with implementation of the College strategies, along with documentation of planning and key performance outcomes. The position reports to the Chief of Staff.

Responsibilities:

Proactively contribute to UNSW Canberra's business planning and continuous improvement while maintaining discretion and initiative. Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to track project progress, aligning with university targets and facilitating strategic project management advice. Additionally, support Faculty Executives in achieving operational goals, enhance community understanding of project management practices, and oversee stakeholder communications while managing staff to ensure efficient project support and risk management.

Who You Are: 

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent expertise acquired through education, training, or experience.
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to develop comprehensive project plans and documentation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with attention to detail in deliverables.
  • The ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including senior management, and influencing them towards successful outcomes. 

Benefits and Culture:  

UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

  • Generous superannuation contributions 
  • Employee discounts  
  • A commitment to life long learning  
  • UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Heathy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

The successful candidate will be required to work from the UNSW Canberra campus. To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to apply:  

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.

In your application, please include:

  • your CV
  • a 2-page pitch addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

In order to view the Position Description  – please ensure that you allow pop-ups for Jobs@UNSW Portal. 

Applications close: 11:30 pm  AEST – 24 May 2024

Contact: Amanda Walker E:  amanda.walker@unsw.edu.au

For questions regarding the application process - please email unswcanberra.recruitment@unsw.edu.au  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.  

  

 

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