IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager
Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst
Full-time, Temporary Fixed Term Position
Commencing: ASAP by Negotiation for 9 Months

About the Role
The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering key information technology projects across the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB). This position plays a central role in ensuring ICT initiatives are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while aligning with the Diocese’s strategic and operational goals.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the IT Project Manager leads cross-functional teams, engages with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures quality and risk management processes are effectively applied throughout the project lifecycle.

Your day-to-day may involve:

• Developing comprehensive project plans with clearly defined objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Leading teams and engaging vendors and consultants to deliver project outcomes.
• Monitoring progress, managing risks, and resolving issues.
• Overseeing budgets, project milestones, and deliverables.
• Providing clear and timely communication to all stakeholders.
• Conducting post-project reviews to document outcomes and lessons learned.
• Using project management tools to manage and report on scheduling, milestones, and progress.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here

About You (Selection Criteria)

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Project Manager, with direct experience in IT projects highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g. PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile, MS Project).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on solution delivery.
• High level of personal integrity and discretion when managing sensitive or confidential information.
• A formal qualification in project management is highly desirable.
• Ability to be able to work out of our Bathurst office.
• A commitment to supporting the mission and purpose of Catholic education within the Diocese.

About Our Offer

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour work week
• A chance to work closely with a diverse and experienced ICT team who support one another’s career aspirations
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects with real-world application across schools

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your ICT career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume and cover letter
• A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 02 May 2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the Chief Information Officer: Glen Smith on (02) 6338 3000.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.