Project Officer - Callaghan, Australia - University of Newcastle

University of Newcastle

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Callaghan, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no:
HRC0002618

Category:
Professional, HEW 6

Full time 4year fixed term opportunity based at our Callaghan Campus
Higher Education Worker Level 6 + 17% superannuation
Support a multifaceted program accelerating Australia's clean energy and recycling capability

As Project Officer (TRaCE), you will provide project management support throughout the planning, execution, and reporting of University of Newcastle TRaCE initiatives.

You will be exposed to a range of projects targeting research translation, institutional reforms, and education outcomes from start to finish.

This rewarding role will equip you with the knowledge and experience to boost your project management skills.

The Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) aims to accelerate the development of clean energy and recycling technologies from research to products into global markets._
The $280M program spans the innovation lifecycle, from research and commercialisation through to derisking, demonstration, deployment, and manufacturing, and is underpinned by critical workforce skills, cultural change, and university workplace reform. TRaCE will create new patents, bring new products to market, deliver critical skills for the recycling and clean energy economy, and contribute to our net zero emissions target._
For more information on TRaCE, please visit this _link._

Be challenged and imagine with us:

In this role you will:

Collaborate with the TRaCE business unit and program partners to support project management, including the performance of administrative and secretariat responsibilities.
Communicate updates regularly with the TRaCE Program Manager and maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
Develop procedures to manage program activities and effective collaborations.
This 4year fixed term position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land)._

How will you inspire us?:

You will have:

Experience executing successful projects by working collaboratively, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and managing competing priorities.
The ability to deliver datadriven reports clearly and effectively.
Strong analytical, written and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

What we offer:

The remuneration for this position is from $82, % superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here.

About our University:

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence.

Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe.

Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do._

Your next steps:

Your resume

A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below

A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in a program or project delivery field; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and / or education / training.
Demonstrated project management skills and experience, including the ability to manage and deliver multiple projects and competing priorities.
Demonstrated experience with financial analysis and reporting, process mapping, use of systems and data visualisation (ie dashboarding).
Demonstrated highlevel written, oral communication and interpersonal skills, including the development of project communications such as reports, presentations, and governance group correspondence.
Ability to coordinate, work collaboratively and bring together people from different areas to achieve project goals and positive outcomes.
Demonstrated problemsolving skills with the ability to manage changing demands and expectations in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Please upload your Cover Letter and
response to the requested Criteria as one
PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

Contact Us:

Closing date:
Sunday 20 August 2023 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
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