Job Category: IT - Projects and Service Management Office
Drive business outcomes through project delivery and operational excellence at UAC. Are you a driven individual with experience in project delivery leading to positive business outcomes?
Join UAC and play a pivotal role in implementing key projects across the organisation.
The Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) is Australia's largest tertiary admission centre, dedicated to delivering exceptional admissions and related services to a diverse community.
Supporting applicants, tertiary institutions, schools, parents, government education departments, and other bodies, UAC is driven by a shared belief in the value of education.
Our Information Technology department is at the forefront of UAC’s operations, ensuring the security, efficiency, and enhancement of our systems. The team spans IT Operations, Product Engineering, Business Analysis, and the Projects and Service Management Office. This collaborative environment provides a supportive space for professionals to contribute to UAC’s digital transformation, safeguard data integrity, and improve operational processes.
About the Role
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and implementing projects allocated by the Head of Projects and Service Management. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, business leaders, and technical stakeholders, you’ll deliver projects of varying sizes and complexities.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Developing business cases and detailed project plans.
Leading the implementation of approved projects.
Managing scope, budget, timelines, and quality specifications.
Identifying and mitigating risks while ensuring efficient resource use.
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on UAC’s strategic initiatives while collaborating with a high-performing team in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.
This is a full-time, Grade 8 role 12-month Fixed Term Agreement (FTA) position with the potential for extension, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and professional development.
What You’ll Bring
To excel in this role, you will have:
Demonstrated success in delivering complex projects in multi-stakeholder environments, including exposure to infrastructure, application development, security, and business projects.
Familiarity with business analysis, software development lifecycle, testing, and change management practices.
Expertise in applying project management best practices, including the use of standard processes, templates, and tools for consistent and effective project delivery.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive remuneration and generous staff benefits.
A genuine commitment to work-life balance, with flexible work arrangements and generous leave benefits.
Opportunities to lead transformative, high-impact projects.
A supportive workplace that fosters innovation, diversity, and professional growth.
This is your chance to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the education sector, working alongside industry leaders in a culture that values collaboration and excellence.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re ready to lead innovative projects and be part of a transformative journey, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team that’s shaping the future of education!
How to Apply:
Go to our website uac.edu.au/jobs
Choose the position you are applying for – Project Manager
Download the Project Manager information package and provide a written response to the selection criteria.
Follow the prompts from the website after clicking "Apply".
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