Project Manager - Strategic Programmes Office (Science & FMHS Initiatives - 12-month FTC)

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Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity Lead complex, high-impact change across health education and research Work within a mature, well-supported project delivery environment Collaborate with academic, research and professional leaders across the University We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Strategic Programmes Office on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This role will lead delivery across a portfolio of faculty-wide strategic initiatives, in particularly a large change spanning the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences and the Faculty of Science. A primary focus of the role will be the continued delivery of a major programme already underway to create new, more accessible pathways into clinical health programmes . This work aims to broaden participation in medical and health sciences, improve equity of access, and ultimately contribute to a more diverse and community-responsive health workforce. You will play a critical role in ensuring coordinated delivery across multiple stakeholders, translating strategy into tangible outcomes for students. You will also support the establishment of a new Department of Cancer Sciences , bringing together existing research and teaching activities under a unified structure and enabling co-location. This phase of work is focused on organisational design, transition and implementation, laying the foundations for future development. Beyond these initiatives, the role will contribute to a wider portfolio of strategic faculty priorities , which may evolve over the course of the engagement. This provides an opportunity to apply your expertise across a range of complex projects, supporting the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences to respond to emerging priorities and deliver meaningful impact. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of the University's contribution to health outcomes in Aotearoa. You'll partner closely with academic, research and professional staff to co-design and deliver change that matters. You will be supported by a well-established delivery environment, including access to a Business Analyst, Change Manager, and Project Coordinator , as well as a strong community of practice led by a dedicated PM Practice Lead focused on capability, consistency and best practice. Key responsibilities include: Bringing a wide range of stakeholders, some very senior, on collaborative journeys to form a new cohesive department Establishing and maintaining robust planning, reporting, and governance Managing resources, risks, and dependencies to deliver timely outcomes Ensuring quality delivery and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team The Strategic Programmes Office leads the University's strategic portfolio of enterprise-wide programmes and projects, ensuring delivery of meaningful outcomes and realisation of benefits. Our large-scale change initiatives align to Taumata Teitei (Vision 2030 and Strategic Plan 2025). We operate within a mature Portfolio, Programme and Project Management framework and work closely with strategic partners such as Business Transformation and IT. We sit within the Organisational Performance and Improvement division, enabling strategy execution and continuous improvement across the University. We work alongside other professional divisions charged with Information Technology and our extensive built estate, as well as our academic communities who deliver the University's missions of research and education. He kōrero mōu | About you You're a confident, delivery focused Project Manager who thrives in complex environments. Your ability to build trust, communicate clearly, and lead collaborative delivery will be key to your success. Professional experience in Higher Education, and Health delivery, will make you stand out. You bring strong judgement, structure, and momentum to your work, balancing detail with the bigger picture. You're comfortable navigating ambiguity, engaging a wide range of stakeholders, and influencing outcomes in dynamic settings, maintaining the confidence of Sponsors, Business Owners, and other stakeholders. Ngā Pūkenga Motuhake | What you will bring 5+ years' project management experience, ideally in business change projects with people, process and regulatory components Experience of delivery within structured approaches under PMO guidance Evidence of well evolved risk and issues management capability Experience in maintaining effective Steering Committee and Governance reporting Ability to engage and influence time-constrained senior and diverse stakeholders, including holding them to account when necessary Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through its distinctive strengths in world-leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative pa

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