About AEMG Group

Australia Education Management Group (AEMG) is a global education company based in Australia, dedicated to international education and talent development. We foster cultural diversity and educational partnerships, establishing cooperative connections with over 70 institutions across China, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, and the USA.

About the People & Operations Division

People & Operations

The People & Operations division forms the core infrastructure of AEMG, supporting the organisation’s strategic and day-to-day effectiveness through integrated systems, technology, administration and people & culture. This division ensures the seamless delivery of internal operations and maintains organisational performance through comprehensive support structures and cross-divisional coordination. The People & Operations division consists of the following departments:

People & Culture

The People & Culture department is responsible for driving AEMG’s people strategy and employee experience. This includes the entire employment lifecycle including talent acquisition, employee relations, HR operations, performance development and organisational culture. The department plays a key role in aligning people capability with AEMG’s strategic goals.

Technology

The Technology department leads the development, implementation and maintenance of AEMG’s digital infrastructure. It supports innovation, cybersecurity, systems integration and IT service delivery across operations, while enabling the organisation’s digital transformation initiatives and strategic technology roadmap.

Project Management Office (PMO) & Administration

The PMO & Administration team oversees the coordination of business-critical projects and operational support services. It ensures structured planning, execution and monitoring of key projects & executive assistance while managing facilities, assets, office logistics and internal service delivery to support smooth operations.

About the Position

The Strategic Executive Project Officer supports the Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) by coordinating and advancing key operational initiatives and projects across the organisation. This role combines high-level administrative support with strategic project coordination and leadership, analysis, reporting and stakeholder liaison. It plays a critical role in driving forward and executing of cross-functional projects and contributing to the development and implementation of operational strategies aligned with organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Project Management

Manage and support a portfolio of cross-functional projects led by the GCOO, including scoping, planning, timeline tracking and progress reporting.

Collaborate with project leads and departments to ensure alignment with business priorities and deadlines.

Monitor risks, dependencies and resource needs for successful project execution.

2. Operational Analysis & Reporting

Conduct research and prepare analysis and briefing papers on operational performance, policy issues and strategic options.

Develop dashboards and reporting tools to assist in tracking operational effectiveness and continuous improvement.

Provide insight-driven recommendations to support decision-making at the executive level.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Serve as a liaison between the COO and internal stakeholders, supporting transparent and effective communication.

Build strong relationships with other executive offices, project teams and support functions.

Coordinate and communicate change management initiatives across departments.

4. Continuous Improvement & Business Planning

Assist in the review and development of SOPs, frameworks and internal operational policies.

Support business planning and performance review processes for the COO portfolio.

Identify and contribute to opportunities for process innovation and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Project Management, Public Policy or related field.

Minimum 10 years’ experience in a strategic support or project coordination role within a complex organisation.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft executive-level materials.

Demonstrated experience in managing multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholder relationships.

Strong analytical and research skills, with experience preparing insights, reports and recommendations.

High level of discretion, integrity and professionalism in handling confidential matters.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools and collaborative platforms

Apply

Apply via SEEK by Sunday, 13 July 2025.

AEMG reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is identified before the application deadline.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.