Senior Project Manager – Digital Education Innovation (Internal Only)
Description
Senior Project Manager – Digital Education Innovation (Internal Only)
Fremantle or Sydney campus
Full-time opportunity, Fixed term contract ending December 2026
- Strengthen the student learning experience through effective digital integration.
- Join the University supporting its students and staff to achieve their career goals.
- $130,627 pa (level 9) + 14.5% superannuation (WA) or
- $146,765 pa (level 9) + 14.5% superannuation (NSW)
About the university
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.
About the office
The Academic Innovation Office at the University of Notre Dame Australia drives educational excellence, innovation, and employability through strategic academic initiatives aligned with the University’s Strategic Plan. The office leads lifelong learning, continuing education, and digital education enhancements, supporting the development of learner-centred, scalable digital environments grounded in pedagogical best practice.
About the role
The Senior Project Manager – Digital Learning & Teaching Innovation leads the delivery of high-impact digital learning and teaching initiatives that support the University’s academic strategy. Working within the Academic Innovation portfolio, the role manages complex projects that enhance the student learning experience and build academic digital capability. Partnering closely with IT while maintaining a clear education-focused remit, the role ensures digital platforms are effectively embedded, adopted, and optimised for teaching, learning, and graduate employability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic digital learning projects aligned with university priorities, from planning to delivery.
- Manage large-scale initiatives, including budgets, resources, risks, and timelines.
- Drive change and adoption through effective engagement and change-management strategies.
- Build staff capability through targeted training, workshops, and practical resources.
- Collaborate with academic leaders and partners to advance innovative, flexible curriculum offerings.
- Monitor impact, ensure quality and governance, and report outcomes to senior leadership.
Qualifications, skills & experience
- A post graduate qualification in a relevant field (such as project management, business administration, higher education and leadership, or a related discipline) or equivalent professional experience.
- Substantial experience in project management or a related field, preferably in the tertiary education sector with an emphasis on teaching & learning technologies and in progressively responsible roles.
- Demonstrated success in leading change management and digital education transformation initiatives.
- Strong project management skills, including planning, resource allocation, risk management, and delivery of digital education initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
- Advanced analytical capabilities to interpret learning analytics and platform data, enabling data driven decisions that enhance digital learning outcomes.
- Clear and effective communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders, convey digital education strategies, and produce high-quality documentation and reports.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address challenges in digital learning environments and implement innovative solutions.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple digital projects, maintain documentation, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.
- Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in responding to changing technologies, pedagogical models, and institutional priorities.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver coordinated digital education initiatives in complex university environments.
Benefits
- Generous training and development opportunities.
- Friendly and collaborative working environment.
- Discounted study at the University.
How to apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications closing date: 27 January 2026
For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame
Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.
Contact us
Please direct your queries regarding this role to Marcia Rodrigues, [email protected]
Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.