Senior Program Officer

• Are you looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and collaborative environment?
• Full time, fixed term until December 2024
• Base Salary $108,557 - $118,267 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Educational Innovation Team at the University of Sydney drives groundbreaking educational initiatives, enhancing teaching and learning through cutting-edge technology and innovative practices.

As the Senior Program Officer, you will provide specialist support and advice to ensure the effective implementation of project plans, activities, and tasks across multiple workstreams. This role is critical in driving the success of our projects by coordinating stakeholders and managing communication to achieve project deliverables.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning Design, your key responsibilities will be to:

• work closely with cross-functional teams and diverse internal and external stakeholders
• provide project management support and advice to aid in the planning and establishment of projects
• coordinate logistical aspects of multiple projects, managing team performance and resource allocation
• generate detailed project activity reports, implementing necessary changes to ensure consistent progress toward milestones
• develop and implement robust project governance procedures to monitor performance, mitigate risks, and support business case and audit report development
• monitor project financials, track budgets, allocate costs effectively, and address any financial issues promptly
• oversee the management and documentation of casual time sheets and work hours, and allocate project work to casual employees.

Due to the nature of this role and the team environment, the successful candidate will be required to be in the office full-time for the first few months for training purposes.

About you

Join us and contribute to the successful implementation of key projects that drive our strategic objectives and support within the Educational Innovation Team. We are looking for someone who has:

• proven experience in project coordination within the tertiary environment or similar working experience
• demonstrated experience managing multiple internal and external stakeholders
• experience monitoring and tracking budgets and expenditure
• proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite and CRM systems
• strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to negotiate and influence effectively
• excellent planning, organisation, and teamwork capabilities.

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 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

Applications (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 Rachel Strong Recruitment Operations by email to rachel.strong@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Monday 08 July 2024 11:59 PM