• Bring your project management skills to a mission that inspires you
• Support delivery of authentic, progressive, and inclusive services building a brighter future for young people
• Work from home and our Melbourne CBD office

What is headspace National

headspace is a well-recognised, national not-for-profit organisation making a difference to the lives of young people aged 12-25 years. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.

About the role

This exciting position will lead a recently established Project Management Office in the Clinical Practice Division to support the consistent delivery of projects; in addition to leading key projects for the organisation. This will include:

• Working closely with the Clinical Practice Leadership team to implement the Clinical Practice Project Management Framework
• Monitor and report on project milestones; delivery schedules and budget across the Division
• Support project teams to lift project management capability through robust processes, tools and implementation support
• Develop and implement systems and processes to enhance project delivery and reporting
• Provide consultation and advice to project sponsors, managers and officers
• Assist in defining project scope and the preparation of project proposals
• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders
• Lead the project management of key headspace initiatives including the Forum and Project Visible
• Collaborate with young people to ensure their input is included in headspace National projects

This role is a parental leave cover, fixed term, full time position to February 2023.

Who we're looking for

• Extensive project management experience including planning and leading projects in the health, community or not for profit sector
• Demonstrated experience juggling multiple projects and competing demands, including prioritising work, monitoring project scope and maintaining project boundaries when required
• A track record of successful project delivery in complex environments with multiple stakeholders
• Experience using project management tools such as Asana
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and project partners
• Advanced skills in project planning and scheduling, budget preparation, monitoring and reporting, project implementation and evaluation
• Strong initiative, personal organisation and time management skills
• A commitment to collaboration and shared success
• A keen interest in young people and their wellbeing

What's on offer

• A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
• Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) - for further info go to Smart Salary.
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Melbourne CBD office
• Professional development opportunities
• First-rate CBD location with great on-site facilities
• A focus on wellbeing
• A commitment to diversity

How to Apply

• Click on 'Apply Now' to see the position description, and to complete your application. In your application please upload your resume and a cover letter addressing each of the items listed above under 'what we're looking for'
• We will fill this role as soon as we find the right person and will be reviewing applications as soon as received, so if this role appeals to you, apply now.
• For more information contact Rachel Page, Project and Content Management Lead email: [email protected], using the subject line: Project and Content Management Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To be eligible for this position you must have the right to live and work in Australia. A Working with Children Check (or State/Territory equivalent) and a Police Check are required for this position.

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

The headspace Reconciliation Action Plan was launched in July 2019 and was developed through a co-design process with staff across the organisation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.