Senior Project Officer, Nexus
Senior Project Officer, Nexus
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Job Description
Senior Project Officer Nexus
- Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
- Duration: Fixed Term Contract until December 2026
- Remuneration: Level 7 from $110k 17% superannuation & leave loading
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Working Arrangements)
Why your role matters
We are seeking a Senior Project Officer to support the Nexus Program within the Pro ViceChancellor Education Portfolio. This position is central to ensuring the smooth and effective delivery of the Nexus teams projects and operations by providing highlevel project management and program support. The role involves creating and managing communications developing and maintaining strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders and contributing to the design and implementation of key programs and initiatives.
In addition the Senior Project Officer will support reporting activities and provide analytical insight to inform decisionmaking. This role reports to the Nexus Program and Change Manager and does not have any direct reports.
Additional accountabilities include:
- Provide a high level of proactive project administration and logistical support to the Nexus team and Nexus governance structures.
- Develop manage and monitor effective communications with key stakeholders both internal and external to the project.
- Provide event management support for oncampus and hybrid Nexus events and training.
- Oversee the development of Nexus project plans and schedules and support in planning processes as required.
About You:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with a depth of subsequent relevant experience in project or program management or an equivalent level of competence gained through any combination of education training and experience.
- Advanced data and knowledge management skills including the use of Excel Word and SharePoint.
- An understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans objectives and documentation.
- Proven ability to drive collaboration and successfully manage competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Experience creating and managing content for websites email newsletters and digital platforms.
- Advanced problemsolving and analytical skills.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values in action together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Desirable
- Experience working in higher education or academic contexts.
- Experience working within brand guidelines to maintain consistent messaging and visual identity across communications.
- Experience with PowerBI and Project Management Software.
- Experience in managing large events.
For further information on the role & responsibilities please refer to the position description
How to Apply: Submit your CV (no more than 2 pages) & cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) before 11.55pm Wednesday 14th May 2025. Please note: Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions additional leaveloading payments and salary sacrifice
- Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness passport)
Job queries contact: Kim Symons Talent Acquisition Consultant E: (applications to the address cannot be accepted please apply online)
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
