Senior Project Manager

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Wesley Strategy, People & Partnerships – Strategy and Outcomes Team

Make a Real Impact

• full-time

• based in Sydney CBD

• make a real impact

• lead projects that change lives

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.

About the program

Wesley Strategy, People & Partnerships enables and supports the successful execution of Wesley Mission’s strategy. The team offers strategic leadership and service support across Wesley Mission towards achieving our stated vision, mission and goals.

About the role

In this role, you’ll help shape the future of one of Australia’s most diverse and impactful community services organisations. This role is suited to someone who thrives in a mission-driven organisation, balancing structure and agility while collaborating across multiple teams.

As Senior Project Manager you’ll take the lead on delivering complex, cross-organizational programs and projects. You’ll provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and support to ensure every initiative is delivered on time, within scope and budget, and to the highest standards. From initial scoping to final delivery, you’ll be the driving force behind stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and change management—making a tangible difference across Wesley Mission.

Essential criteria

• 10+ years of demonstrated experience in delivering both business and IT projects, managing multiple complex cross company projects, especially using Agile methodologies.

• Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Computer or Finance or equivalent experience.

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2 and Agile).

• Advanced problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations, with the ability to prioritize, escalate issues, and manage risks effectively. 

• Strong collaboration, relationship-building, and influencing skills, with a track record of working across virtual and diverse teams, preferably in a not for profit or community services organisation.

• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, public speaking, and high emotional intelligence for mediation and negotiation in complex situations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), with experience using Visio, Power BI, and MS Project and intermediate Data visualisation skills.

• Experience with supporting or leading organisational change management.

• Current Working with Children Check clearance or willingness to obtain.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in a relevant community service sector.

• Data visualisation skills.

• Experience of organisational change management.

Remuneration

Generous salary packaging available.

Closing date

Monday 27 October 2025 (unless and earlier appointment is made).

Apply now

Please submit a copy of your CV/résumé and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria. For further information, or to apply, please contact:

Sandra Karlsson-Simms

Email: StrategyandOutcomes@wesleymission.org.au

Subject: Senior Project Manager

We are also recruiting for a Business Analyst and Project Manager.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct.  We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.