Senior Project Officer, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Fixed-term contract, full-time (35 hours per week)
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Broadband 6/7. Level 6 from $103,866, Level 7 from $113,926 plus leave loading & 17% super.
Location: UNSW Canberra, City Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
LAUNCH is UNSW Canberra’s innovation hub that supports research partners in the defence and security sector. Launch aims to bridge industry, academia and government by fostering collaboration and innovation. Launch is central to the new UNSW Canberra City campus and the future defence and security precinct, driving research commercialisation.
Accountabilities:
This is a fresh and exciting role which entails providing project management, reporting and analytical support, developing communications, building key internal and external relationships, developing and consulting on key programs and projects. The Senior Project Officer will support projects to drive initiatives and will establish and maintain productive working relationships across UNSW Canberra City.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, with a proven track record delivering outcomes in complex, fast-paced environments
- Advanced communication and presentation skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, evidence-based reports and influence decision-making
- Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships, negotiate, and influence at all levels
- Proven ability to lead and deliver projects end-to-end, including planning, documentation, and alignment to strategic objectives
- Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure using sound judgement
- Demonstrated capability to identify needs, drive initiatives, and lead project processes to achieve impactful outcomes
- Advanced digital proficiency across Microsoft 365 and project platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Smartsheet), including system use and administration
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on accuracy, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality results
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold Australian Citizenship to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Thursday 30 April 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
For role-related queries please contact:
Akeel Feroz - Manager, Launch Partnerships
a.feroz@unsw.edu.au
For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant
h.whale@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
