Project Manager

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Your new Team – Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES):  

The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) is based at Curtin University and is funded by the Department of Education, with additional support from Curtin.

ACSES is a respected national research and policy centre with recognition and authority across Australia's universities (primarily Table A Providers). Its evidential insights are swiftly shared with universities. It undertakes projects that significantly extend evidence-based programs and evaluative capacity in the sector. The centre assists universities to improve outcomes for disadvantaged students and communities. This is a key hallmark of not just inclusive higher education but also delivering better outcomes for students and contributing to enhanced national prosperity and social cohesion.

ACSES undertakes its activities across several programs: Research and Policy; Trials and Evaluation; Data; and Disability Support.

More information on ACSES is available on its website:

About the Role: 

This position reports to the Director of the Research and Policy program and supports the Directors of the Disability Support, and Data Programs. You'll play a pivotal role in managing strategic, operational, and stakeholder-related activities across complex initiatives. Your work will ensure alignment, accountability, and sustained momentum across programs.

You'll collaborate closely with Curtin's Research Office, other universities, and government agencies.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

• Develop and review strategic plans
• Engage stakeholders to define deliverables and manage expectations
• Monitor and evaluate program performance
• Oversee budgets and resource allocation
• Prepare project reports and documentation

Who we are looking for - Selection Criteria: 

Essential:

1. Postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards) and extensive relevant experience; or extensive relevant project management experience and expertise, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education/training.
2. Demonstrated high level project management skills with the ability to manage and implement project plans to achieve desired outcomes within budget and resourcing constraints.
3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to consult and liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and with cross cultural sensitivity.
4. Demonstrated high level written communication skills with the ability to construct clear and concise project reports.
5. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple and often competing tasks with attention to accuracy and detail within deadlines.
6. Proven ability to work effectively with a cross functional team, including the capacity to supervise and manage other staff.

Desirable:

1. Previous experience in a tertiary environment.
2. A formal certification/accreditation in project management.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction

About Curtin University 

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page -   

What We Offer You: 

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.  

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If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:  

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest, experience and addressing the selection criteria for the role (no more than two pages)

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close:  Tuesday, 30th September 2025

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. 

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.  

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.