* Contribute to high‐impact initiatives supporting Indigenous staff, students, and communities
* Base salary of $103,185 - $111,237 + 17% Superannuation
About the Opportunity
This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). If you identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, please submit a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality with your application. This role supports the delivery of the One Sydney, Many People 2025-2032 strategy within the Indigenous Strategy and Services portfolio. As Project Officer, you will contribute to the coordination and implementation of key initiatives, working closely with project teams and stakeholders across the University. Your work will help drive meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and communities.
Key responsibilities
* work closely with the Project Manager, project teams, and internal stakeholders to support delivery of DVC‐ISS initiatives
* provide project coordination and administrative support including scheduling, documentation, and progress tracking
* assist in maintaining project plans, timelines, registers, and governance documentation
* coordinate meetings, workshops, and project activities including logistics, agendas, minutes, and follow‐up
* support communication activities by preparing updates, materials, and stakeholder engagement content
* contribute to project reporting, evaluation activities, and data collection against KPIs and deliverables
About you
* experience supporting or coordinating multiple workstreams within large or complex projects
* experience managing diverse internal and external stakeholders
* numeracy skills and experience with budget tracking, reconciliations, and invoice or procurement processes
* strong administration and organisational capability with the ability to manage competing priorities
* experience working in the higher education sector or a similarly complex organisation
* a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
The University of Sydney YURA Network, formally the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network promotes sharing of experiences, networking and professional support for career development and mentoring. It is supported by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Plan 2022-2024 that aims to increase employment and development opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
The University recognises that the cultural load undertaken by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff on behalf of the University culturally enriches the institution. It also advances the University's commitment to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and communities. Engagement with cultural duties, engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander traditional knowledge holders and navigating cross‐cultural interactions are recognised as crucial elements of this role and will be allocated appropriate time in workloads, including work plans, and will be considered in criteria for promotion.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre‐employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre‐employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
This position is designated as involving child‐related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Tooba Fida, Recruitment Officer by email to tooba.fida@sydney.edu.au
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