Program Lead, Technician Commitment

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for the Technical Commitment Program Officer, a full-time, fixed-term role for 2 years, delivering the Technician Commitment in Australia. Based in Sydney, the role partners with Microscopy Australia, ACRI and UK teams to coordinate program plans, governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement.

You will oversee budgets, records, and continuous improvement activities, develop operational systems, and build strong relationships across universities,

Qualifications

• Experience in program coordination or project administration.
• Strong financial and administrative capability including budget monitoring and data management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of the Australian higher education sector and equity/diversity principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operational delivery of the Technician Commitment in Australia, including plans, milestones, reporting and improvement activities.
• Support stakeholder engagement by managing enquiries, onboarding signatories and maintaining partner relationships.
• Lead projects, workstreams and events to advance national program activities.
• Provide governance and administrative support, including secretariat services and reporting.
• Monitor budgets, forecasting and funding administration; maintain risk and issue registers.

Skills

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Budget monitoring

Governance documentation

Financial administration

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for the Technical Commitment Program Officer, a full-time, fixed-term role for 2 years, delivering the Technician Commitment in Australia. Based in Sydney, the role partners with Microscopy Australia, ACRI and UK teams to coordinate program plans, governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement.

You will oversee budgets, records, and continuous improvement activities, develop operational systems, and build strong relationships across universities,