Project Support Officer

UNSW College; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships

3 paid days off at year-end ('University Holiday')

Salary packaging options

50% tuition fee discount at UNSW Sydney

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Join UNSW College as a Project Support Officer in a hybrid work environment. You will provide essential project and operational support, ensuring compliance with management frameworks while collaborating with stakeholders. This role offers opportunities for career development in a supportive and innovative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a project support role.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize independently.
• Experience in secretariat and administrative services.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and operational support, including monitoring and reporting on project plans.
• Update and maintain documentation on issues, risks, and practices.
• Assist the project team in completing tasks and implementing plans.

Skills

Time Management

Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualification in a relevant field

Project Management certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Project Support Officer role at UNSW College.

• Hybrid work environment (work from home and in office)

• Innovative and creative team

Who are we?

UNSW College is a values-based organisation committed to student success and opening worlds of possibilities for learning. We believe that educating with heart is the key to unlocking everyone’s potential.

At UNSW College, we work collaboratively to drive innovation and excellence in our teaching, learning, governance, and operations, and to build a community that enriches our students’ experience.

The Opportunity

Join a high-impact, executive-supported team that facilitates project delivery at UNSW College. We’re a collaborative, supportive, and trusted group that values open communication, creativity, and continuous improvement. As a growing function, you’ll have the opportunity to shape our work, contribute to meaningful change, and develop your career in a team where your ideas are valued.

What you’ll do:

• Provide project and operational support, including monitoring and reporting on project plans, milestones, and deliverables, to ensure alignment with approved plans
• Update and maintain documentation on issues, risks, and practices to ensure project compliance with the management framework
• Assist the project team in completing tasks and implementing plans to achieve outcomes
• Communicate with stakeholders about project status and issues
• Provide secretariat and administrative services, including coordinating meetings, preparing minutes, papers, reports, and presentations to support project delivery

What you’ll bring:

• Qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience in administration and/or project management
• Experience in a project support role
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize independently
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in secretariat and administrative services
• Project Management certification is highly desirable

Benefits:

• Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships
• 3 paid days off at year-end ('University Holiday')
• Salary packaging options
• 50% tuition fee discount at UNSW Sydney (conditions apply)
• Hybrid work model: 2 office days per week, with Wednesdays as a Project Services connection day (subject to change)

How to Apply:

Provide:

• CV detailing qualifications and experience
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

Apply at: Application Link

Questions? Email [e-mail]