Integrated Projects Coordinator at The University of Queensland

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

102302.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tender Writing, Program Management, Project Administration, Budget Formulation, Stakeholder Engagement, Monitoring and Evaluation, Excel, Smartsheet, Project Coordination, Technical Proposal Development, Financial Proposal Development, Reporting, Communication, Time Management, International Development

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

UQ International Development Full-time fixed-term position through to June 2029. Base salary will be in the range $95,361 - $102,302 + super (HEW Level 6) Coordinate end to end delivery of complex, meaningful ACIAR and DFAT programs within a collaborative, high performing team. Bring your expertise in tender writing, program management, and project administration to a diverse and varied role. Based at St Lucia campus About This Opportunity UQ International Development delivers impactful, international development projects by connecting global partners with the knowledge, expertise and leadership of The University of Queensland. As a Senior Project Officer, Integrated Projects, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and supporting the end to end development and delivery of complex ACIAR and DFAT funded programs. Working within a collaborative, high performing team, this role offers variety, global engagement and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes that create change together. Key responsibilities include: Coordinating elements of the project delivery cycle, including planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation across multiple concurrent projects. Supporting tender, technical and financial proposal development, including budget formulation, team identification and project handovers. Providing high quality project administration, reporting, documentation and secretariat support to ensure compliance with agreed methodologies and stakeholder requirements. Facilitating effective communication and information sharing across project teams and with diverse domestic and international stakeholders to support continuous improvement. About You You are an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast paced, internationally focused environment and enjoys working across multiple projects and stakeholders. You will bring: A Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Demonstrated experience providing project coordination and/or administrative support, ideally within international development or a related sector. A developing understanding of project management methodologies and frameworks. Strong time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet tight deadlines. Advanced written and oral communication skills, with confidence engaging diverse domestic and international stakeholders. Experience supporting stakeholder engagement across government, donors, academic and industry partners. Advanced capability in excel and project management tools such as smartsheet, or the ability to quickly adapt to new systems. Subject matter knowledge of the international development sector, including funding mechanisms and delivery requirements. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you’ll work alongside inquisitive and ambitious colleagues from around the world, united by a shared purpose to create positive global impact. UQ International Development contributes to this mission by delivering internationally recognised capacity-building programs in partnership with governments, donors and institutions. UQ continues to demonstrate global leadership through impactful international collaborations. In 2025, UQ partnered with the International Olympic Committee on a Pacific Islands project addressing interpersonal violence in sport, highlighting the University’s commitment to meaningful, regionally grounded international engagement. Read more about UQ’s international project leadership and partnerships. The broader benefits of joining UQ are extensive, including flexible and hybrid working options, up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, health and wellbeing programs, discounted study opportunities, and genuine career development pathways within a values led organisation. Interested? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dave at d.kozar@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. Other Information Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks, and other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. We’re dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Applications close 21 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65330). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 29 June 2026. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the end-to-end delivery of complex ACIAR and DFAT funded international development programs. This includes managing project cycles, supporting tender and financial proposals, and facilitating communication with diverse global stakeholders.