(Urgent Search) Senior Project Manager

Our vision is everyone feels safe, included and supported to lead their best lives.

For over 240 years combined, Berry Street and Yooralla have been at the forefront of supporting Australians with a disability and those experiencing poverty, violence and abuse. Now, as one unified organisation, we bring together unparalleled expertise and a shared commitment to empowering individuals and families to thrive, while upholding and championing their human rights. We believe in a future where everyone has the opportunity to live the fulfilling life they choose for themselves, free from the impacts of trauma, violence, and abuse, achieved safely and with dignity.

The Strategy Office guides and drives Berry Street Yooralla’s strategic direction through planning, data-driven insights, and delivery of key initiatives including merger integration and business growth.

The Opportunity

Berry Street Yooralla is expanding its Project Management Office and we’re recruiting for two key roles that will help drive impactful, strategic projects across our organisation:

If you’re passionate about delivering meaningful change, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you

About the Roles

Senior Project Manager

- Full time, Permanent role

- Competitive salary + Salary packaging

As a senior member of the Strategy, Technology and Analytics team, the Senior Project Manager leads the end-to-end delivery of complex projects across service delivery, technology, and organisational change. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and is expected to drive strategic priorities, embed sustainable change, and represent the PMO in executive forums when required. You’ll apply hands‑on expertise in project management, change management, and business analysis, while building strong relationships across the organisation. Experience in establishing a PMO and providing portfolio level governance and mentoring will be highly regarded.

Project Manager

- Full time, Fixed term (18 months)

- Competitive salary + Salary packaging

This role will lead the delivery of assigned projects and supporting the implementation of service models and operational imperatives aligned to the Strategy Office’s priorities, ensuring that each project is delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard. The Project Manager works collaboratively across Berry Street Yooralla to drive effective delivery and embed change, engaging with stakeholders at all levels to foster alignment and commitment.

About You

Senior Project Manager

You are a strategic and experienced project leader who thrives in complex environments and brings a delivery-focused mindset. You will have:

- A Bachelor-level qualification in project management, business, human services or a related field.

- Minimum 8 years’ experience managing end-to-end delivery of complex projects.

- Experience in designing, establishing or maturing a Project Management Office (PMO).

- Experience providing portfolio level oversight and contributing to enterprise-wide governance and priortisation.

- Proven ability to lead projects across services, technology, or organisational change.

- Strong skills in business analysis and change management.

- Experience working in the not-for-profit, social services, or disability sectors highly desirable.

- High-level stakeholder engagement skills across operational and executive levels.

- Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving capabilities.

- Experience in agile and/or waterfall project delivery environments.

- You are confident in taking the lead and driving initiatives throughout the organisation.

- Must have non IT project management experience.

Project Manager

You will have proven experience leading the implementation of programs and projects. You are a project professional with a passion for engaging stakeholders, embedding change and contributing to meaningful work. You will bring:

- A Diploma or Bachelor level qualification in project management, business, human services or a related field.

- Minimum 8 years’ experience in project delivery roles, including managing end-to-end project lifecycles.

- Experience working in the not-for-profit, social services, or disability sectors highly desirable.

- Solid organisational and time management skills.

- A collaborative mindset and ability to build relationships across teams.

- Exposure to agile or waterfall project environments.

- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

- Must have non IT project management experience.

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to apply your excellent skills to truly rewarding work

- A flexible and energising work environment

- $15,900 pa (pro rata) Salary Packaging

- Additional Salary Packaging for meals/accommodation

- Flexible work environment

How to apply

- Please outline which role you would like to apply for

- Apply with you resume and cover letter addressing the experience and capabilities section is essential.

We will be reviewing applications as received and this role will only be open until we have found the right candidate If you are considering applying, we strongly recommend you do as soon as possible.

Any questions please reach out to Nicole Rose, Head of Strategy Office nrose@berrystreet.org.au

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability. You'll receive adjustments and support throughout the whole process — from the application stage to starting in the workplace. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email recruitment@berrystreet.org.au or call 9421 9379.

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a NDIS Screening Check, Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and NDIS training.

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