• Full time, fixed term role for 2 years
• Support the implementation of the One Sydney, Many People Strategy
• Base Salary $140,913 - $148,684 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

This position is an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

If you identify as an Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander person, please include a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality to your application.

The cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are living and dynamic and central to the landscape, identity and character of our nation and the University of Sydney. The University's Indigenous Strategy One Sydney, Many People outlines our commitment to creating higher education and leadership opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and underlines the importance of embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, languages and knowledge systems in University practice, particularly the university curricula.

As the Project Manager, Indigenous Strategies and Services, you will provide overall project management and guidance to support the implementation of important strategies and programs that are part of the One Sydney, Many People strategy.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment reporting into the Senior Manager, Strategy, DVC ISS
• Manage the development and implementation of various projects across schools and faculties
• Establish relationships with key stakeholders and collaborate with project teams across the University
• Monitor and report on project implementation to leadership, including expenditure, issues and mitigation strategies
• Provide effective leadership, people management and coordination of project staff
• Manage key relationships with faculties, schools and business units to build impact and influence

About you

• A demonstrated high level of understanding and commitment to Aboriginal culture and society and lived experience in working with, and communicating with Aboriginal people, government, industry, and civil society
• Proven skills in planning, analysis, communication, and meeting strict deadlines under competing demands
• Financial literacy with experience managing project budgets, income, and expenditure
• Solid digital production and event management skills across all key project areas (scope, time, cost, quality, HR, communication, risk, procurement, integration)
• Experience leading complex projects or multiple work streams while managing deadlines and competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholders on large-scale projects.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment 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.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

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 Tara Ritchie, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] using the subject line: Project Manager (Identified) - Indigenous Strategy and Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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