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.
The Opportunity
Supporting the work in transforming our southern campuses, you will enable project planning and delivery by playing a lead role with project partners and people leaders to implement staff engagement and change strategies. This position works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including academic and professional staff, students and community members to ensure successful outcomes aligned with the University’s academic mission. In conjunction with the Campus Futures team and regional Pro Vice-Chancellors, you will develop and implement strong people change enabling processes to prepare and equip people for a smooth transition between buildings and campuses.
What’s Required
Working closely with the Director Campus Futures and the Relocation Project Manager you will develop, manage and maintain project schedules, budget and associated reporting for campus transformation-related projects and relocations. Managing the day-to-day tasks associated with relocating staff, students and assets in a way that supports student and staff experience and meets our sustainability objectives. Working closely with the Construction Project Manager is also required to ensure alignment between construction and relocation activities and timeframes. With Expertise in delivering high impact change programs, you will bring to the role the following expertise:
Understanding and practical experience in application of contemporary project management and/or change management models, methodologies, tools and processes.
- Strong engagement, communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with a complex range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience in delivering operational improvement change projects and initiatives in complex organisations to achieve impactful organisational outcomes and sustainable change.
- Demonstrated ability to both coach and facilitate individuals and groups through change processes.
- Confident competence with the use and analysis of data and analytics to inform decision making and strategy formulation.
About the University
We are University committed to the local and global transformations the world needs to make to create a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous society. Ranked #1 in the World for Climate Action and #2 in the World overall in the Time Higher Education Impact Rankings we are committed sustainable development and to making a difference. As the 4th oldest university in Australia and sole university for this special Island jurisdiction we have long history of contributing to the flourishing Tasmania and making a disproportionate global contribution.
What’s on Offer?
We value our staff and the important contributions they make to our community. You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including:
- 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
- 17% Superannuation contribution
- Health and fitness membership options
- Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
- Health Insurance and Banking
- Novated Leasing
- HEO Level 9 Salary plus 17% super
Belong - Be You
People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.
How to Apply?
If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please note all applications are required to be submitted via our PageUp portal, which can be accessed here
- Please provide your up-to-date resume,
- A 1-2-page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role
- Address the selection criteria by outlining how your skills and experience align to role specific skills, knowledge and experience in the Position Description.
Applications Close 11:55pm Monday 16th December
Please note, interviews for the role will be helped on Thursday 19th December 2024 at the Hobart Excelsior Biscuit Works.
For further information about this position, please contact Poppy Fay, Director Campus Futures Poppy.Fay@utas.edu.au
Position Description - Manager Strategic Projects - November 2024 .pdf
