Senior Project Manager (AI & Digital Transformation)

Company description:

At Bendigo Kangan Institute, we change lives through the power of education and skills. BKI brings together Bendigo TAFE, Kangan Institute, VETASSESS and eWorks to connect people and industries with the transformative power of education and careers. We deliver future-ready skills, training, and assessment solutions, as well as lifelong learning opportunities. Our vision is to become Australia's leading skills provider. If you are passionate about joining an agile and forward-thinking organisation that fosters innovation or thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team that puts the customer first, please read on.

Job description:

Location: Metro

Role Type: Fixed Term contract - 12 months

Salary: $165,000 + super

Lead one of the most exciting AI initiatives in vocational education.

At Bendigo Kangan Institute, we change lives through the power of education and skills. BKI brings together Bendigo TAFE, Kangan Institute, VETASSESS and eWorks to connect people and industries with the transformative power of education and careers. We deliver future-ready skills, training, and assessment solutions, as well as lifelong learning opportunities. Our vision is to become Australia's leading skills provider. If you are passionate about joining an agile and forward-thinking organisation that fosters innovation or thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team that puts the customer first, please read on.

At Bendigo Kangan Institute, we're transforming the way learners are recognised, assessed and supported through innovative technology. We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of our flagship AI Recognition of Prior Learning (AI RPL) project, driving meaningful change that will improve learner experiences and outcomes across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to lead a high-profile, organisation-wide initiative where strategy, technology and people intersect.

The Opportunity

As our Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of a complex and strategic AI-enabled transformation project, guiding it from planning through to successful implementation and benefits realisation. Working closely with Executives, Directors, business leaders, technology partners and external vendors, you'll navigate a dynamic stakeholder environment, influence key decisions and ensure project outcomes are delivered on time, within scope and on budget. You will play a critical role in introducing innovative, data-driven solutions that will shape the future of recognition and assessment within the VET sector.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the delivery of a high-profile AI and digital transformation project
• Build trusted relationships with Executives, Directors and key stakeholders
• Drive project governance, reporting, risk management and decision-making
• Translate business needs into practical technology solutions
• Lead stakeholder engagement, consultation and change management activities
• Manage competing priorities and resolve complex issues and risks
• Develop business cases and lead technology procurement activities
• Oversee RFI, RFQ and RFP processes, vendor selection and contract negotiations
• Manage external technology partners and suppliers to achieve project outcomes
• Ensure successful adoption of new processes, systems and ways of working

About You

You are a highly credible project leader with a track record of delivering complex technology or transformation initiatives in large organisations.

You'll bring:

• Significant experience delivering strategic projects involving Executive-level stakeholders
• Strong experience in technology, digital transformation, data or AI-related projects
• Expertise in project delivery using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills
• Demonstrated experience leading technology procurement and vendor management activities
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management capability
• The ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes in complex environments
• Experience within the tertiary education, training or VET sector is highly regarded

Why Join Us?

• Lead a groundbreaking AI initiative with real impact on learner outcomes
• Work alongside senior leaders to shape organisational transformation
• Be part of an organisation committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with passionate professionals across education, technology and business functions
• Enjoy a role that combines strategy, technology and meaningful change
• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
• Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Ready to drive the future of AI-enabled learning?

If you're an experienced project leader who thrives on delivering complex, high-impact initiatives and wants to help shape the future of vocational education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and lead a project that will make a lasting difference.

The Essential Paperwork:

Successful applicants will be required to provide

• Working with Children Clearance (WWCC)
• Current police check
• Certified right to work documentation
• Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts

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Ready to make the switch? Click 'Apply Now' to join our team by sending us your updated resume and cover letter.

Want to know more? Contact [email protected]

Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

Applications close: 11:59PM on Friday 25th September 2026

Applications will be assessed as they come in - we may start interviews before the closing date.

NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this position at any time.