Project Officer
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Job Summary
- Deliver highquality projects that drive UWA Indias campus success.
- Collaborate across borders to streamline processes and enable smart decisions.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for up to 12 months.
- Base salary range: $95231 $100643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Implementation Support Team Project Office function supports the establishment and ongoing delivery of UWA India by providing coordinated transparent and responsive project management services across multiple workstreams. This function oversees project planning governance risk and issue management reporting and cross-team coordination to ensure all implementation activities are efficiently delivered and aligned with UWAs strategic objectives across both Australia and India.
A particular focus is placed on delivering structured scalable and high-quality project processes that support the development of UWA Indias multi-city campus operations. The Project Office works collaboratively with faculties professional teams senior leaders and external partners to implement robust project frameworks drive continuous improvement and enable effective evidence-based decision-making throughout the establishment and activation phases of UWA India.
About the opportunity
- Provide project coordination and administrative support for UWA India implementation ensuring milestones and governance requirements are met.
- Maintain schedules track actions monitor risks and prepare reports to support multiple workstreams and enable smooth information flow across teams in Perth and India.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assist with delivery logistics event coordination and continuous improvement of project systems and processes.
About you
- A tertiary qualification in project management business administration communications or a related field; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- Demonstrated experience supporting projects or operational initiatives within a complex organisation ideally in higher education or a multi-stakeholder environment.
- Competence in using project tools spreadsheets and productivity software to support project delivery.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to identify issues and contribute to solutions.
- Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing spreadsheets databases internet email power point and related systems.
Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: PD - Project Officer (522247).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Sue Bamford at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 4 January 2026
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Construction Experience
- Intellectual Property Law
- Renovation
- Research Experience
- Joint Operations
- Relationship Management
- System Testing
- Economic Development
- Exercise Planning
- Program Development
- Project Implementation
- Contracts
About Company
UWA is a world top 100 university, ranked first in Western Australia for graduate employability. We encourage our students, staff and alumni to become passionate, intelligent and resourceful leaders who drive innovation and change.
