• Remuneration Level 8: $123,044 - $138,637 + 17% Superannuation Pro Rata
• Location: Kensington, NSW (the successful candidate will be required to work on campus 1 day a week)
• Fixed Term parental leave cover to July 2026
• Part Time (28-hour week)

Why The Role Matters:

The Australian Creative Histories & Futures (ACHF) is a national research infrastructure project being developed by researchers at UNSW’s School of the Arts & Media in collaboration with the Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) as well as universities and industry partners across the country. The project will offer new and exciting insights into Australia’s creative history and heritage for scholars, policy makers, artists and authors alike.

The role entails developing project planning documentation, identifying and building appropriate project teams and initiating and overseeing the project, including managing all stakeholder engagement and quality assurance. The Project Manager will also liaise with academics within the work unit and manage other internal and external relationships to ensure that project milestones and research outputs are met.

Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• Oversee and manage the delivery of the ACHF project and initiatives as guided by the Research Leads to achieve operational and strategic goals.
• Undertake day-to-day project management, including the development, the delivery and the evaluation including input into project planning and documentation.
• Manage project dependencies, risks, issues, change requests and financials and work with the project team to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.
• Manage adherence to UNSW governance pathways to ensure projects are managed within a defined, consistent and proven set of rules for project development and implementation.
• Partner with the Project Team and key stakeholders to plan and monitor progress of the ACHF project, identifying problems and proposing possible solutions.
• Manage the reporting of the ACHF project to UNSW and the ARDC.
  
  

Skills and Experience: 

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Proven project management experience, with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of UNSW systems and divisions, including working with Research Grants & Contracts, Legal, Faculty Finance and/or Faculty Research Office.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
• Proven experience effectively managing complex project stakeholder relationships.
• Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• High level of experience working with a range of computer systems and applications.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
  
  

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments (pro rata)
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

How to Apply:

Submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Sunday 6^th July 2025 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses the Skills and Experience mentioned in the advert (no more than 1 page).


Get in Touch:

Any applications sent to the contacts below will not be accepted.

If you have questions about the role, please contact Caroline Wake at c.wake@unsw.edu.au

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Allyssar Hamoud at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au

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.

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