Manager, Strategic Projects

University of Sydney

Camperdown, NSW, Australia
Base: $146,197; super: 17%; benefits: not specifie...
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Postgraduate qualifications or relevant work experience
Experience managing complex multi-faceted projects
Ability to manage program financials and budgets
** The University of Sydney is seeking a Manager of Strategic Projects for a full-time, fixed-term role responsible for managing and delivering strategic initiatives within the Faculty of Science. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, leadership abilities, and relevant experience in program management, with a focus on collaborative stakeholder engagement. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves establishing and implementing strategic programs of work involving integrated or matrix projects for the Faculty of Science.
  • Key responsibilities include managing program financials, ensuring expenditure aligns with budgets, and coordinating reporting to governance committees.
  • The position focuses on specific initiatives including the Workforce Allocation Management System (WAMS) and Teaching Allocation Management System (TAMS) trial.

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** The University of Sydney is seeking a Manager of Strategic Projects for a full-time, fixed-term role responsible for managing and delivering strategic initiatives within the Faculty of Science. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, leadership abilities, and relevant experience in program management, with a focus on collaborative stakeholder engagement. **

Salary

Base: $146,197; Superannuation: 17%; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Postgraduate qualifications or relevant work experience
  • Experience managing complex multi-faceted projects
  • Ability to manage program financials and budgets
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Knowledge of project life cycle and documentation standards

Nice-to-have

  • Self-starter with ability to work autonomously
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen
  • Leadership and people management skills
  • Experience in matrix project environments
  • Alignment with university values of courage and creativity

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Postgraduate qualifications preferred
  • Prior experience in program management
  • Completion of pre-employment background checks

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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