Senior Project Manager

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.  

• Part Time Opportunity (0.6FTE/ 3 Days per week)
• Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW   
• 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
• Hybrid working environment

Pro-Rata Salary Range of $128,800 Base to $138,500 Base (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities)

Plus 12% Superannuation and access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging with a value of up to $15,900.  (more information provided below). 

The Opportunity: 

Health Systems Science is dedicated to advancing research, policy and practice to prevent noncommunicable diseases (NCD’s) and promote health through implementation of science, health systems research, economic evaluation and health policy in Australia and internationally.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate two major national-level programs in Fiji.  The Health Promoting School Initiative and the Package of Essential Noncommunicable Diseases program.  Both these programs aim to reduce the burden of NCD’s and improve health outcomes through evidence based interventions and policy implementation.

In this role, our successful candidate will be required to oversee all aspects of program delivery including planning, operations, stakeholder engagement and policy development.  You will work closely with diverse teams and partners to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice ensuring effective implementation in resource-limited settings.

This position requires strong project management experience, the ability to manage multiple priorities and a deep understanding of NCD’s and global health systems

 Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Lead and manage two national-level health programs in Fiji focused on reducing noncommunicable diseases (NCD’s);
• Oversee all aspects of program delivery including planning, operations, stakeholder engagement and policy development
• Work closely with diverse teams and partners to translate research into practice and improve health outcomes
• Contribute to global health efforts through implementation science, health systems research and policy work
• Apply strong project management skills in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment with tight timelines
• Bring expertise in NCD’s and experience working in resource limited setting

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here

Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate  

• Qualifications in public health or a science-related discipline and/or considerable work experience in the public health sector or medical research, and post-graduate degree in these related areas.
• Significant experience (over 10 years) with project or program management particularly overseeing multiple projects
• Experience supervising team members, and providing guidance to peer-level colleagues
• Demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through their actions and ability to promote a culturally safe environment
• Organizational experience working in multidisciplinary teams, managing relationships with external partners and engaging senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated skills building functional networks and working relationships with external stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
• Ability to produce communication and content for various audiences,
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well flexibly, i.e. both independently and with a variety of teams
• A strong commitment to quality and professionalism
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• An ability to think and operate strategically
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the position
• Ability and willingness to travel overseas

Desirable

• Experience with report writing and/or submissions
• Experience in government engagement and liaison

The closing date for applications is 06 November 2025.   
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found 
The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position.  Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global Health 

The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.  

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to: 

• Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery  
• Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale  
• Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs 
• Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship  

We pride ourselves with our 6 core values:

Excellence, Integrity, Can-do approach, Creativity, Impact, and Humanitarian Commitment. 

Your Career at The George Institute

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging

www.smartsalary.com.au

Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation, you will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income on every day expenses such as rent and groceries.  You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Visit Smart Salary website for more information

• Flexible Working Arrangements

We are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)

• Professional Development Support

Employee’s of TGI recieve a $3,000 annual Learning and Development wallet to spend on approved courses to support your professional development.

• Employee Wellbeing Focus

A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges.

• Global Collaboration and Impact

Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving global health outcomes

Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.  

We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

Why The George? 

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs. 

Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.  

• Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay 

• Learning and career development opportunities 
• Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave 
• YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location 
• A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact