Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.
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Immediate start
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18 month contract
Cochlear is seeking a Program Coordinator for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Sydney. The role supports the Transformation Office, Delivery Directors, Portfolio Practice Manager, and Delivery Managers. Responsibilities include program and project management, PPM (program cost) management, RAID management, data analysis, and reporting. The PC will collaborate with leadership, Delivery Managers, Product Owners, and implementation partners to ensure successful program delivery within budget, scope, and governance guidelines.
Responsibilities include:
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Assist program leaders with administration and reporting per project management standards.
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Contribute to improving program management methodology.
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Maintain and publish program status dashboards.
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Manage program and project planning documentation.
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Support resource management, onboarding, and allocation.
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Conduct program audits and report findings.
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Manage access security for program tools.
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Ensure quality compliance and support continuous improvement.
Essential
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Experience working in medium-large organizations in a similar role.
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Experience in the coordination of program delivery including financial management, reporting, RAID, resource management, meeting management and project documentation management.
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Experience in working with project lifecycles and project management methodologies (Waterfall)
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at different levels of the organization and across functional disciplines.
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Skilled in the use of PPM (project management tools), Excel and Tableau, MS Teams, JIRA, and Confluence
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A proactive ‘can-do’ attitude
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Entry level qualification with AIPM or PMI
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Experience Managing project financials (Forecasts Vs Actuals), Updating steering Committee packs, Updating RAID Register, Onboarding and Offboarding of resources and Managing change requests.
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Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
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Experience working with vendors as part of an integrated program of work.
Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.
If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
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How we recognise your contribution
We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.
For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.
