Project Manager (Student Systems)

• Employment Type: Full Time Permanent  

• Remuneration: $127351 - $140,838 + 17% super (level 8)   

• Location: Kensington UNSW Campus (hybrid)   

About the role   

This a new role that will join a team responsible for supporting the delivery of business-led strategic projects within the Student Systems and Projects (SSaP) unit of the Registrar & Student Services portfolio. The role ensures the effective implementation of business projects across the student systems landscape, supporting benefit realisation and alignment to institutional priorities. 

Working closely with the Manager, Student Systems (Projects), under the guidance of the Senior Lead, Student Systems (Projects), this role translates strategic intent into actionable delivery by overseeing project planning, governance, and execution. The Project Manager coordinates the delivery of 3 to 4 initiatives at a time across the student systems landscape, providing leadership across project management, business analysis, change, and stakeholder engagement to ensure projects deliver sustainable, student-centred outcomes. 

The role reports to the Manager, Student Systems (Projects), and will have no direct reports. 

Accountabilities include managing projects through the full project lifecycle, including planning, coordination, risk and issue management, stakeholder engagement, governance, reporting and delivery. You can access the full details of accountabilities in the job description. 

About you 

• Previous experience in project or program management, with industry-recognised project management certification desirable 

• Experience using Jira and Confluence 

• Experience managing large-scale digital or systems projects. Knowledge of student administration processes and/or systems within the tertiary education environment would be advantageous 

• Proven ability to identify and deliver service, process, and system improvements through stakeholder consultation, enhancing quality, efficiency, and responsiveness to changing priorities 

• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders, governance forums, and diverse stakeholder groups 

• Desired experience in vendor management, procurement, and service delivery, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including systems thinking and strategic planning 

• Familiarity with change management  and  supporting  user  adoption  through  training, communication, and engagement activities 

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with proven ability to facilitate workshops and build consensus across diverse audiences 

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and addressing the “About You” section. You will also answer additional questions as part of the application and can save your progress before returning.  

Applications close: 11th November 2026 11.55PM 

Get in touch: Anne de Voronine, Talent Acquisition Associate, a.de_voronine@unsw.edu.au  

Applications will not be accepted if sent directly to this contact.  

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As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.  

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. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.