Project Manager | Link Wentworth | Australia

About the opportunity

• Permanent full time role
• Reports to Head of Business Improvement and Information Management
• Based in Penrith or Chatswood office with some WFH options

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement and positive transformation within our organisation. 

This is a hands-on role responsible for the successful initiation, planning, design and delivering key projects in Link Wentworth’s program of work and has significant contact with senior stakeholders across the business.  

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will have strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a solid grounding in applied project management principles and methodologies, along with demonstrated experience in proactively driving multiple projects and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.  The individual will possess high levels of drive, initiative, proactivity, accountability, adaptability and commerciality.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Commerce, Business/Applied Business Management, Engineering or related field
• 7+ years demonstrated, hands-on business focused project management experience
• Experience using project methodologies such as PMBOK or PRINCE2
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver complex projects and balancing competing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Change management expertise, with the ability to drive organisational transformation and manage resistance to change
• Advanced experience with Microsoft suite products and project planning software.

Desirable Criteria

• Qualifications in change management methodologies such as PROSCI
• Experience in the not-for-profit or Community Housing sector or similar

Personal Attributes

• Creative, analytical, and critical thinking skills, with ability to consider both short and long term objectives, risks, challenges, and opportunities
• Collaborative mindset
• Demonstrates resilience in the face of setbacks, comfortable with a level of ambiguity and change, and able to pivot strategies quickly

You will also need:

• A commitment to Link Wentworth’s values of Customer Focus, Respect, Integrity, Compassion & Ambition
• A valid National Police Check (less than six (6) months old) to the satisfaction of Link Wentworth 
• At least two (2) COVID-19 vaccinations, meaning, having received the primary course of an Australian Government approved COVID-19 vaccination

About Link Wentworth and what we do

As one of Australia’s largest community housing providers, we manage approximately 6,400 homes, housing over 10,000 residents, and we are supported by a dedicated team of 220+ staff members. 

Our mission transcends just housing; we engage the full spectrum of housing needs, from homelessness services to social, disability, and affordable housing, and we are proud to offer support services that empower individuals to sustain their tenancies, strengthen their lives, and fully participate in their communities.

Our commitment to building strong relationships extends beyond our team. We foster deep connections with our residents and strategic partners who join us in our mission to deliver exceptional services.

Our culture

Our culture is the lifeblood of Link Wentworth. It’s person-centered, authentic, engaging, collaborative, and purpose-driven. At its core, our culture is fueled by our profound desire to support the community and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and clients.

We believe in providing a supportive and rewarding working environment that enriches the lives of our staff. We invest in the professional development of our employees, offering opportunities to acquire, practice, and adopt new knowledge, enhancing individual and organisational capabilities.

How to apply

To request more information including a full position description for the role, please contact careers@linkwentworth.org.au or phone Mitchell Green, Recruitment Specialist on (02) 9159 7569.

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