• Full-time, 2-year fixed-term opportunity, based at the Charles Perkins Centre on the lands of Gadigal people of the Eora Nation
• Be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven research institute where you’ll coordinate impactful projects, deliver high-profile events and build meaningful stakeholder relationships within a leading university environment
• Base Salary $103,185 - $111,237 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The Snow Vision Accelerator at the University of Sydney is seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Officer to support the coordination and delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, programs and stakeholder initiatives.

Reporting into the Snow Vision Accelerator Program Manager, you will provide operational project management support across multiple workstreams, helping to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. The role will see you coordinate project activities, manage logistics, support stakeholder engagement and contribute to the successful delivery of key events, including annual symposiums, workshops and research-focused initiatives.

You will play an important role in maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, industry partners and collaborators, while also supporting communications, reporting and administrative activities. This position is well-suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys networking and interacting with relevant stakeholders, and can work both independently and autonomously to achieve outcomes.

With exposure to project coordination, event management, stakeholder engagement and communications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful work within a leading research institute at the University of Sydney.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Coordinate and deliver operational project management activities to support the planning, implementation and ongoing success of key programs and initiatives within the Snow Vision Accelerator.
• Organise and coordinate events, workshops, symposiums and stakeholder meetings, including venue management, logistics, communications and scheduling.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables and milestones, proactively identifying risks or issues and implementing solutions to support successful outcomes.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, industry partners and collaborators, to support engagement and program delivery.
• Provide administrative and operational support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, documentation preparation and reporting activities.
• Contribute to marketing and communication activities, including drafting content, supporting social media engagement and maintaining project management and program coordination tools.

Why work with us

We are committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Key benefits include:

• generous cultural leave and flexible working arrangements
• access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding
• participation in an internal Indigenous staff network, providing cultural connection, peer support and professional development opportunities
• YURA network (promoting sharing of experiences, and professional support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members)
• tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
• Demonstrated project coordination or project management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities, monitor deliverables and support successful project outcomes.
• Highly organised with strong event coordination and logistical planning skills, including experience supporting conferences, workshops, symposiums or stakeholder events.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders and provide high-quality stakeholder support.
• Strong administrative and technical capability, including experience using Microsoft Office Suite, program management tools, calendar management systems and preparing written communications and social media content.
• High level attention to detail, sound numeracy skills and the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.

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 and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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 Now" button at the top of the page.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] using the subject line: Project Officer (Targeted) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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