Project Officer - Targeted

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Targeted Position

Project Officer

• Full time continuing position in the Faculty of Science

• Camperdown Campus on Gadigal Country

• Base salary HEO6 $107,312 - $115,686 + 17% Superannuation

Indigenous Targeted Role

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About the opportunity

The Project Officer provides project management and operational support across a range of initiatives within the Faculty of Science. You will help coordinate multiple workstreams, support delivery of project outcomes and contribute to improving operational efficiency. This role plays an important part in ensuring projects are well organised, effectively communicated and delivered on time.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work closely with stakeholders across the Faculty to support project delivery and coordination

• maintain project plans, timelines and tracking of milestones across workstreams

• gather, analyse and report on project data to support planning and decision making

• coordinate meetings, events and project logistics including scheduling and documentation

• support stakeholder engagement and communication to ensure alignment on project objectives

• assist with budget tracking, process improvements and compliance with university policies

Why work with us

We are committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Key benefits include:

• generous cultural leave and flexible working arrangements

• access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding

• participation in an internal Indigenous staff network, providing cultural connection, peer support and professional development opportunities

• YURA network (promoting sharing of experiences, and professional support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members)

• tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund

About you

• relevant qualification or equivalent experience in administration, project support or a related field

• demonstrated experience supporting projects and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders

• experience preparing reports, analysing data and maintaining project documentation

• proficiency in Microsoft Office and project or collaboration tools such as SharePoint

• experience working in a complex organisation, with higher education experience

• experience supporting financial processes such as budget monitoring or invoice management.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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.

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. 

This is a targeted opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We understand that everyone applies differently. If you’d prefer to have an informal conversation before applying, we welcome you to get in touch so we can talk through the role and process.

In addition, if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Liam Newson and Nicole Feain, on [email protected]

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Applications Close

Sunday 19 July 2026 11:59 PM