• Contract role located on the city fringe, close to public transport
• 4 days/week in our brand-new office at 2 Lonsdale Street | 1 day from home
• Full time 6 month position 
• Join a purpose-led organisation and enjoy the benefits of NFP salary packaging

About the role

Reporting to the Program Manager, we are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented IT Project Coordinator to join our dynamic team.  The ideal candidate will have strong scheduling experience and a background in software modernisation projects, particularly with SAP and HR systems.  This role involves coordinating project activities, managing schedules, and ensuring that all project deliverables are met on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using tools like MS Project, Jira, and Excel. Ensure all project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Coordination: Coordinate resources, equipment, meetings, and information to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Documentation: Assist in creating project documentation, including reports, proposals, and presentations. Maintain accurate records of project activities and progress.
• Communication: Communicate relevant information to all team members and stakeholders. Prepare and distribute project status reports.
• Financial Management: Assist with budgeting and invoicing. Track project expenses and ensure financial compliance.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet the required quality standards. Conduct regular reviews and audits of project processes and outputs.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

About you

• Proven experience as an IT Project Coordinator or similar role.
• Strong scheduling experience with tools like MS Project, Jira, and Excel.
• Preferable experience in software modernisation projects, particularly with SAP and HR systems.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in coordinating projects within a technology or software development environment.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and software development lifecycle.

If you have the skills and experience required for the role, please Apply Now.   We offer a competitive salary and Not for Profit salary packaging.   You will be joining a supportive team. 

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay. 
• A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave. 
• Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance.
• Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire.
• The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner.
• We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community.

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, evidence of 3 X Covid vaccinations and comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check. 

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.