Senior IT Project Manager at University of Tasmania

, Tasmania, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

137276.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Resource Management, Change Management, Business Analysis, Governance, Cloud Migration, Identity and Access Management, Digital Transformation, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Planning, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Data Interpretation

Industry

Description

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. * Translate business needs into clear scope, requirements and deliverables. * Embed continuous improvement and best‑practice project standards. * Partner with stakeholders, vendors and ITS teams to drive change. About the Opportunity We are seeking to appoint a Senior IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, enterprise‑wide IT initiatives that support the University’s strategic priorities. In this role, you will plan, execute and oversee projects ensuring they are within scope, budget and ensuring on time delivery. This role will see you lead two major initiatives in the first 12 months, including the cloud migration of the University’s finance system and the implementation of a new identity and access management solution. Beyond this initial phase, you will take responsibility for an evolving portfolio of IT projects aligned to digital transformation, service improvement and operational efficiency. Working closely with ITS teams, University stakeholders and external vendors, you will manage risks, resources and dependencies, guide stakeholders through change, and ensure projects transition smoothly into business as usual with benefits realised. This is a key leadership role driving innovation, strong governance and high‑impact outcomes across the University. What’s Required * Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology, business, project management, or a related discipline, or equivalent extensive experience delivering complex projects in large organisations. * Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with a proven ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams to achieve alignment and successful project outcomes. * Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders, including professional staff, academic leaders, and students. * Outstanding planning, organisational, and prioritisation skills, with experience allocating resources, managing multiple concurrent work streams, and meeting deadlines in a large, complex organisation. * Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to connect multiple work streams into coherent, improved processes and solutions. * Ability to interpret and use qualitative and quantitative data, translating insights into informed solutions and leveraging data to guide decisions and measure project outcomes. * Demonstrated experience in change management, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and adoption of new systems or ways of working. * Proven capability in influencing senior stakeholders and guiding decision-making, including executives, academic leaders, and professional staff. * Experience translating business needs into clear project scope, requirements, and actionable deliverables, with strong business analysis skills. * Demonstrated knowledge and experience in interpreting and applying policies and procedures, translating them into system processes, and influencing work practices. * Proven ability to manage strategically and provide authoritative advice at a senior level, balancing operational requirements with strategic priorities. Qualifications and Licences * Relevant professional certifications in project management (e.g. PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, Agile) and/or formal training in change management (e.g. Prosci) or business analysis, highly desired but not essential for this role. Salary details * Appointment to this role will be at HEO 9 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $160,612. comprising base salary within the range of $ 130,242 to $137,276 plus 17% superannuation. How to Apply? If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide your up-to-date resume and: * To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. * For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application. * Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details. Download File [https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif] Position Description - Senior IT Project Manager - March 2026.pdf [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtRNW7qUUixqoSuT7tyR_q8s3oETWZ9rk8KTl94JNx4txtHowEZ9L_br47Jj63iV7qc1oGTbbDsaaTTGgz3obqsBcmPFt1pd_w9-9YJ8zkOsB0Nnsigz2ofiT0ifHY4ZnEqN3ZITc6O6jJlCN7mWCjyg%7e%7e] * Applications close Sunday 12th of April 11.55pm Australian Eastern Standard Time * Interviews with shortlisted candidates are scheduled for the week commencing Monday the 20th of April 2026. * For further information about this position, please contact: Ryan Minty, Manager Cyber Security and Enterprise Cloud Services, ryan.minty@utas.edu.au [ryan.minty@utas.edu.au]. To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police background checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

The Senior IT Project Manager will lead the delivery of complex, enterprise-wide IT initiatives, overseeing planning, execution, and oversight to ensure projects meet scope, budget, and timeline requirements. Key initial projects include cloud migration of the finance system and implementing a new identity and access management solution.