Project Analyst

Cochlear; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochlear is seeking a Project Analyst to support a major strategic program, Standard of Care, aimed at improving access to Cochlear implants globally. In this 12-month contract role, you will manage project plans, contracts and budgets, while building strong stakeholder relationships that support successful delivery.

The role provides broad exposure to Clinical, Marketing, Market Access, Government Affairs and regional teams, combining project delivery, governance and continuous improvement with

Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities required.
• High attention to detail; able to work in ambiguity.
• Experience working effectively with teams, ideally in a matrix environment.
• Experience with project management and scheduling tools.
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Clinical, Communications, Project Management or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned strategic initiatives from scoping through delivery.
• Maintain project plans, schedules, dashboards, status reports, decision and action logs, and risk and issue registers.
• Coordinate budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, invoices, accruals, contracts and supplier milestones.
• Prepare timely, decision-ready updates for project, Steering Committee, Executive and Board audiences.
• Coordinate day-to-day engagement across global, regional and country stakeholders and external partners.
• Plan meetings, prepare agendas and pre-reads, capture decisions and actions, and follow through with owners.
• Improve practical project processes, templates and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

PM tools

Education

Business/PM degree

Tools

Scheduling tools

PM software

Job description

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

The Opportunity

Cochlear is seeking a Project Analyst to support a major strategic program, Standard of Care, aimed at improving the access to Cochlear implants globally. In this 12-month contract role, the successful Project Analyst will manage project plans, contracts and budgets, while building strong stakeholder relationships that support successful project delivery.

The Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned strategic initiatives from scoping through delivery.
• Maintain project plans, schedules, dashboards, status reports, decision and action logs, and risk and issue registers.
• Coordinate budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, invoices, accruals, contracts and supplier milestones.
• Prepare timely, decision-ready updates for project, Steering Committee, Executive and Board audiences.
• Coordinate day-to-day engagement across global, regional and country stakeholders and external partners.
• Plan meetings, prepare agendas and pre-reads, capture decisions and actions, and follow through with owners.
• Improve practical project processes, templates and tools.

About you

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with ambiguity.
• Experience working effectively with teams, ideally in a matrix environment
• Experience with project management and scheduling tools
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Clinical, Communications, Project Management or a related discipline.

What makes this role unique

This role provides broad exposure to strategic initiatives involving Clinical, Marketing, Market Access, Government Affairs, regional and country teams, combining project delivery, governance, financial coordination and continuous improvement. Ample growth opportunities for the right candidate.

How we recognise your contribution

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com