Senior Project Officer

Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University is seeking a Senior Project Officer to advance the ANU Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy. The role focuses on coordinating cross‑university projects, driving structured program management, and engaging stakeholders to deliver outcomes across the institution.

The successful candidate will develop data collection and reporting approaches, provide analytical input to executive decision-makers, and support governance processes within a dynamic, collaborative

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating complex programs with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders on sensitive topics.
• Ability to develop recommendations for executive decision-makers.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of the ANU Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy across multiple areas.
• Develop data collection, reporting and engagement approaches to support implementation and evaluation.
• Provide governance support and strategic advice to senior leadership.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Program coordination

Data collection & reporting

Analytical influence

Job description

Australian National University – Acton ACT

Classification: ANU08 (Administration)
Salary package:$124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, fixed term (up to 12 months)

Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD&PEWER_ANU08_SeniorProjectOfficer.pdf

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About the opportunity

The Australian National University is seeking a Senior Project Officer to support the delivery of the ANU Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, a significant University-wide initiative focused on strengthening culture, accountability, and wellbeing. The role will coordinate implementation activity across multiple areas and support the delivery of agreed outcomes through structured program management, stakeholder engagement, and governance support.

Key responsibilities

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop and deliver a suite of high impact whole-of-university projects through theANU Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy
• Develop data collection, reporting and engagement approaches that support successful implementation and evaluation
• Use sophisticated analytical and influencing skills to develop recommendations and advice for executive decision-makers

What you will bring

• Confidence engaging with a wide range of people including subject matter that is complex and sensitive
• Sound program coordination capability, including the ability to drive and track progress while maintaining a clear understanding of overall strategy and objectives
• Adaptability and resilience in managing competing priorities within a dynamic environment
• A committed collaborative approach, with a genuine interest in supporting organisational change and improving wellbeing and ways of working

For further information about this position, please contact Zoe Bowman, Program Manager, Nixon Projects and Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy, Office of the Chief Operating Officer. T:+ 61 488 533 *** E: **********@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***************@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visithttps://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.