Job no : JR-008164 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time; Fixed term available for 12 months Department: Workplace Relations and Integrity - Chief People Officer Salary: UOM 7 Streamline portfolio projects to align with the Chief People Officer's strategic goals. Influence strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiencies across the team. Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment! About the Role The Portfolio Lead will support the smooth operation and strategic alignment of projects within the Workplace Relations and Integrity team. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will oversee project workflows, resource management, and quality assurance, ensuring efficient execution of portfolio activities. This role also involves streamlining operational practices across the portfolio and fostering collaborative relationships to support the Chief People Officer’s priorities. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the project management lifecycle for the portfolio, coordinating resources, timelines, and deliverables in line with strategic objectives. Collaborating with the CPO Portfolio Manager to ensure alignment with CPO priorities, sharing resources and insights for integrated project delivery. Implementing reporting mechanisms and evaluate workflow improvements to enhance project tracking, delivery, and data-driven decision-making. Managing COE’s programme of work, including operational support, stakeholder communications, and implement adaptive workflow and project management processes to support team productivity Who we are looking for You will have a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration and open communication to achieve portfolio objectives. You will excel in managing multiple projects with accuracy and quality, possess excellent problem-solving skills to address complex challenges, and demonstrate a proactive approach with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. You will also have: Significant relevant experience or an equivalent mix of experience, education, and training. Strong operational management skills, including expertise in resource allocation and quality assurance. Proven experience in coordinating projects to ensure efficient and effective outcomes. For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD. This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Your new team – Chief People Officer Portfolio This function is responsible for developing the people strategy to support the University’s strategic plan and is accountable for the performance and delivery of the Human Resources function across the University. It provides policy, industrial relations and critical advice and guidance ensuring that the University is compliant and cohesive whilst creating a culture that attracts and retains talent. The function is also responsible for creating and maintaining a safe workplace where people can thrive and do their best work. What we offer you! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page! The University of Melbourne We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn. Be yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page. We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request". Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne. For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Fahim Farzad via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address. If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description. Applications close: 18 February 2026 11:59 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) Position Description: Portfolio Lead PD (accessible).docx Portfolio Lead PD.pdf