Job no: 532945
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Project Management

• Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
• Duration: 12 month Fixed Term Contract
• Remuneration: Level 9 from $143k - $151k + superannuation and leave loading
• Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

UNSW is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the development and delivery of strategic initiatives that enhance student systems and digital capabilities, with a primary focus on the Registrar & Student Services (RaSS) team within the Division of Education and Student Experience (DESE).
In this senior role, you will oversee the end-to-end management of projects, aligning business objectives with technical solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the student experience. You will play a key role in translating business needs into actionable plans, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership, and ensuring that project outcomes deliver real value to the University.
Working closely with the Registrar & Director, Student Services team, you will report to the Senior Project Manager, Strategic Technology & Governance Planning, and lead two direct reports. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication of risks and progress, and a clear understanding of digital transformation in a university setting will be essential for success in this role.

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

• Analyse business problems, project opportunities, and align business needs with strategic goals.
• Work closely with stakeholders across UNSW to understand business needs and document business requirements.
• Develop financial models to support cost-benefit analysis and identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define project scope and objectives.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and other decision-makers.