At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here . WHY WORK FOR US? Professional development opportunities with a defined personalised annual budget Access to flexible working arrangements, which include working from home arrangements You will work in a tight-knit, supportive team to ensure you succeed in your role Employee Assistant Program (EAP) supported by Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace, providing a safe and caring environment to our staff and students The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us. YOUR ROLE The Project Delivery Lead focuses on achieving an optimal balance between scope, cost, schedule, and risk, applying best-practice methodologies and MACS governance standards. Success in this role requires strong stakeholder engagement, proactive risk management, and disciplined delivery to meet agreed outcomes while driving continuous improvement and supporting organisational optimisation and transformation. Job Description WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead and/or support ESP strategic education transformation projects aligned with Flourish Learners Horizons, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable improvements in teaching, learning, and student outcomes in accordance with MACS 2030 Vision Develop and manage project plans that balance scope, cost, schedule, and risk applying adaptive delivery approaches suited to the ESP environment Provide oversight and support to ESP teams in accordance with the approved project management framework (PMF), governance and reporting requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability to senior leadership, steering committees, and external stakeholders Drive effective stakeholder engagement and change management to support the adoption of new practices, technologies, processes and policies across MACS Monitor and evaluate project outcomes, using data and insights to inform continuous improvement and ensure alignment with Education Excellence objectives Manage project resources effectively, including budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams, to deliver agreed outcomes on time and within approved parameters Champion innovation and continuous improvement by contributing to the refinement of project management frameworks and transformation methodologies within the ESP Unit. ABOUT YOU Demonstrated experience in end-to-end project management within complex organisational environments, including planning, execution, delivery, and transition to business-as-usual Proven ability to deliver strategic transformation projects aligned with organisational vision and objectives, preferably in an education or public sector setting Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate effectively across diverse internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated expertise in project governance and reporting, including establishing governance structures, managing steering committees, and providing high-quality executive briefings Sound knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks, including adaptive delivery approaches (Agile/Hybrid) and effective risk management practices Demonstrated capability in change management and communications, supporting the adoption of new processes, technologies, and policies across large-scale organisations HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria. Click APPLY to submit your application. If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our Talent Acquisition team by email recruitment@macs.vic.edu.au You will need to provide: 1. An up to-date Resume and 2. A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria, limited to two pages Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a National Criminal History Check. Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants MACS collects your Personal Information to assess your application and suitability for employment. By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS. Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice here APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 4.00pm Friday, 6 February 2026
