• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 8 $114,231 - $130,786 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Project Manager, you will:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders by providing a customer service approach that delivers high value outcomes.
• Fully scope and project manage activities as well as oversee complex projects with competing deadlines providing a high-quality service to all stakeholders.
• Coordinate the implementation of divisional and university initiatives within the faculty as required.
• Analyse problems, weigh up a range of options to identify accessible and inclusive solutions and translate complex issues into clear and understandable goals and targets for Deakin.
• Develop, maintain and use a variety of systems, processes, diverse range of people and sources to gather information and gain deeper understanding and make critical strategic decisions.
• Interpret needs and offers pragmatic, inclusive and sustainable solutions based on research and in alignment with university context, policies and practices from insights through a deep understanding of the business.

 To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Experience in project coordination and management.
• Experience working in an environment which dictates high standards of protocol, attention to detail and professionalism.
• Experience managing, coordinating or delivering a broad range of quality activities or projects.
• Experience working within a large scale and complex organisation.

Here's how to apply: 

This opportunity is open to all current continuing, fixed-term and casual Deakin staff members only.

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Matthew McDonough (Director Faculty Services) via email at matthew.mcdonough@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD#566967 - Project Manager - HEW8.pdf

Applications for this position close on Monday 10 February

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.