Project Officer - Higher Degree Research (HDR) Job no: 525683 Work type: full time Location: Sydney, NSW Categories: Administration, Student Services, Research Administration support, Project Management The Opportunity $110,073 - $119,132 + 17% super + annual leave loadingFull-time (35 hours week), 2 year fixed-term contractFlexible/Hybrid working arrangements This newly created role reports to the HDR Engagement Manager and will provide high-level project and policy support for strategic initiatives, project teams, and key stakeholders across the Pro Vice-Chancellor Research Training (PVCRT) portfolio.
Key responsibilities include: Expanding collaborative HDR partnerships with international and domestic institutions.Supporting the rollout of Graduate Research School strategic initiatives such as oral examinationWorking with UNSW internal stakeholders to develop a robust joint community.Providing strategic HDR initiatives and liaise with external organisations to sponsor international candidates Contributing to the HDR component of the policy transformation project.Managing policy implementation through relevant committees.Collaboration with project officers at GRS on strategic projects.
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It's the reason we're Australia's number one university for impact and among the nation's Top 20 employers.Benefits and Culture: UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including: Flexible/Hybrid workingAdditional 3 days of leave over the Christmas PeriodAccess to lifelong learning and career developmentProgressive HR practicesDiscounts and entitlements Affordable on-campus parking About the successful applicantYou have a relevant tertiary qualification and or experience, and can demonstrate the follow skills and experience: Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with meticulous attention to detail.Policy Development: Experience in policy implementation, preferably in Higher Education or ResearchCollaboration: Effective teamwork across organisational levels.IT Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft 365, student/staff systems, and analysis/reporting toolsTime Management: Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines.Project Experience: Understanding of project life cycles and documentation.Independence and Initiative: Can work both collaboratively and independently.Alignment with UNSW Values: Commitment to UNSW's aims and guidelines.Health & Safety Awareness: Knowledge of psychosocial and physical safety responsibilities.
