Senior Project Officer (Targeted)

• 3-year full time, fixed term opportunity

• An exciting opportunity to lead and shape impactful projects that support community and leadership initiatives

• Base Salary $112,628 - $122,702 + 17% superannuation 

About the team

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Community and Leadership) Portfolio leads the University’s strategic direction across culture, leadership, and our diversity, equity and inclusion aspirations. As a newly formed portfolio, it plays a pivotal role in shaping a thriving University culture and driving transformational change so every member of our community feels a sense of belonging, can thrive, and can meaningfully contribute to the ambitions of the University’s 2032 Strategy.

Following the completion of the Roadmap that set a clear direction for culture, inclusion and leadership, the team is now focused on implementation and embedding. Guided by the Roadmap’s principles and intended impacts, the work ahead centres on translating strategy into action, supporting leaders to work differently, strengthening alignment across the institution, and ensuring change is sustained through systems, practices and shared ownership. This phase marks a shift from Roadmap design to delivery, with a strong emphasis on practical impact and institutional transformation.

About the opportunity

This position is targeted for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Should your application be progressed, you will be required to provide your confirmation of identity documents, if applicable. Your recruiter will be in touch to advise you on how to confirm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status.

As the Senior Project Officer (Targeted), you will contribute to the delivery of the Community and Leadership Roadmap, which sits alongside the University’s broader inclusion priorities, including its commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You will provide high-level project management support across multiple workstreams, ensuring effective coordination, stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery of project outcomes. Working under broad supervision, you will contribute specialist advice, maintain governance processes, and support the University’s strategic initiatives through strong planning, communication, and implementation capabilities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide expert project management support to the planning, establishment, and delivery of project initiatives

• collaborate within cross‑functional teams to develop accurate and aligned project plans

• coordinate logistical aspects of multiple concurrent projects, including resource allocation and team performance monitoring

• prepare detailed project activity reports and recommend changes to maintain progress towards milestones

• develop and implement project governance procedures, including risk mitigation and support for business cases and audit documentation

• cultivate productive relationships and implement communication strategies that support stakeholder engagement across the University and community

• monitor project budgets, track expenditure, and identify financial or operational issues proactively

• undertake other duties consistent with the scope of the role as required.

About you

• significant experience managing complex projects and coordinating diverse stakeholder groups

• demonstrated capability in project governance, risk management, and reporting processes

• strong skills in planning, organisation, and resource coordination across multiple workstreams

• experience monitoring budgets and applying sound financial management practices

• highly developed communication, influencing, and negotiation skills with an ability to build positive working relationships

• ability to work independently under broad supervision, exercising sound judgement and initiative

• relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

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 Kale Claffey Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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