Project Manager, People Performance

1 week ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia University of Wollongong Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Fixed Term, full-time (12 months)
  • Level 8/9: $117,918 - $146, % Superannuation 

The People & Culture Division at the University of Wollongong is driving a bold transformation to support the University's 2030 Strategy. With a strong focus on agility, employee experience, and cultural alignment, the Division delivers a full spectrum of workforce services including talent acquisition, leadership development, equity and inclusion, workplace health and safety, and organisational change. By leveraging smart systems and collaborative approaches, People & Culture is building the foundations for a high-performing, values-led organisation.

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of the People Performance and Development Cycle (PPDC) project—an institution-wide initiative focused on embedding a high-trust, high-performance culture across academic and professional staff. You will manage project planning, stakeholder engagement, risk oversight, and alignment with other key initiatives across the organisation. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change by strengthening performance, enhancing leadership capability, and shaping a culture that supports long-term organisational success.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter.  The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Rebecca Hoskin, Associate Director, People & Culture Transformation on or  

Position Description

Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025, 11;59pm

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion.  We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

This position requires you to undertake a National Criminal History Check which will be verified to confirm you meet the inherent requirements of this position.  

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