" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Project Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21610\"\u003e National Programs \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21612\"\u003e Parkville, VIC \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21613\"\u003e Full time, contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 14/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eParkville location | Onsite paid parking + close to public transport\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart to full-time contract until 30 June 2028 | 0.8 - 1.0 FTE\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNewly created position | Lead a significant youth mental health program\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Orygen\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Orygen is Australia\u0026rsquo;s Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health and the largest translational research organisation dedicated to youth mental health in the world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e For over 30 years, Orygen has led groundbreaking early intervention and developed evidence-based models of care to improve the mental health outcomes of young people aged 12-25.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the job\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the strategic leadership, governance and delivery of a nationally significant youth mental health program within Orygen\u0027s National Programs team.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Chief of National Programs you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead a high-profile national program\u003c/strong\u003e - drive strategy, governance, delivery and outcomes across multiple workstreams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepresent Orygen at the highest level\u003c/strong\u003e - building trusted partnerships with government, PHNs, NGOs and key sector stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampion co-design and lived experience\u003c/strong\u003e - ensuring young people, families and partners help shape priorities and impact.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive quality and accountability\u003c/strong\u003e - overseeing compliance, reporting, governance and delivery against key milestones.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead and inspire a multidisciplinary team\u003c/strong\u003e - building capability, collaboration and a strong evidence-informed culture.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills and experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The following criteria must be met for consideration for this position:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualifications in health management, public health, service design, psychology, social work, or related field.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience leading complex health or mental health programs, including service model design, stakeholder engagement and delivery within government-funded environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong project leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, drive risk and quality management, and deliver high-quality outcomes to tight deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience influencing senior leaders, facilitating advisory groups and building trusted partnerships across government, services and communities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborative and inclusive people leader, committed to lived experience participation, capable of leading multidisciplinary teams and navigating complexity with confidence, diplomacy and strategic insight.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e$140,000 - $160,000 pro rata commensurate with skills and experience + 12% superannuation and $15,900 in NFP salary packaging + $2,600 meals and entertainment card.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmbrace the freedom of a hybrid work model, combining remote work with on-site collaboration.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake a real impact on young people in a dynamic, youth-centered environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork in a state-of-the-art facility co-designed with young people to advance youth mental health.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport Orygen\u0027s mission for youth mental health and contribute to positive social change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re ready to make a difference in youth mental health and be part of a collaborative, innovative team, apply now.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e For the full position description, visit\u003cstrong\u003e https://www.orygen.org.au/getmedia/62383a52-2847-4a92-acff-0c07be3e76f0/Senior-Project-Manager-National-Programs-PD-Oct-2026-final.pdf.aspx\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a part to full time (0.8-1.0) contract until 30 June 2028.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplications will close on 28th October (10am), unless a suitable candidate is found sooner.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Before applying at Orygen, it\u0026rsquo;s important to understand that you may encounter sensitive information related to mental health as part of your work. Being aware of this and how it could affect you is essential in deciding if this is the right opportunity for you.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Orygen is committed to providing diverse, equitable and inclusive environments for Staff and anyone connected to Orygen. We strive to continue building a culturally safe workplace where our values underpin the way we work and our commitment to First Nations people of Australia, young people and their families, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD communities. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Orygen is a child-safe organisation and is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of all young people and embedding safeguarding practices into all our programs and services. 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