- 2 x Full-time, Ongoing positions
- Based at Western’s Parramatta South campus, with flexible working arrangements
- Salary: HEW Level 7 $107,053 – $115,469 plus 17% Super & Leave Loading
Support the delivery of complex strategic projects that drive organisational effectiveness across the University.
The Opportunity
As Project Officer, Organisational Effectiveness, you will support the coordination, implementation and monitoring of initiatives aligned to the University’s strategic and business priorities. Working within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, you will contribute to program and portfolio delivery through structured project management practices and stakeholder engagement.
You will coordinate project activities across multiple streams, including planning, scheduling, documentation and reporting, ensuring outcomes are delivered to quality and within deadlines. The role involves providing research, analysis and insights to inform decision-making, while maintaining clear and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels of the University.
You will also support project operations such as budgeting, procurement and compliance, as well as preparing reports, briefings and documentation. With two ongoing roles available, this position provides the opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives that strengthen organisational performance and alignment.
What Success Looks Like:
- Project management frameworks and deliverables are developed and implemented effectively.
- Project risks and issues are proactively identified and managed across the lifecycle.
- High-quality analysis, reporting and documentation support informed decision-making.
- Stakeholder engagement and project coordination activities are delivered efficiently.
- Projects meet organisational compliance, policy and reporting requirements.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
About You
The Project Officer brings strong project coordination capability, analytical skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders in a complex environment:
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in project and change support.
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
- Well-developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and manage sensitive information.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and planning skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.
- Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
- Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
- Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.
Application Details
- Position Enquiries: Direct to Kurt Watts, Senior Lead – Organisational Effectiveness via [email protected]. Please include the job reference code REF1508S in your email.
- Closing Date: 11:59pm, Tuesday 7th July 2026.
- Working Rights: You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia for the full term of the appointment at time of application.
- How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.
Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].
About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.
For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in project and change support.
- Demonstrated project coordination capability, including planning, scheduling and documentation.
- Strong written communication skills and ability to produce clear, concise reports and briefings.
- Well-developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and manage sensitive information.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and planning skills with ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience supporting project operations such as budgeting, procurement and compliance.
- Provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia for the full term of the appointment at time of application.
What We Do
Western Sydney University is a public research university based in Greater Western Sydney, Australia. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees. The university is known for its commitment to student-centered learning, impactful research, and community engagement, consistently ranking among the top universities globally for its contributions to sustainable development and societal challenges.
