Director, Project Management
- Posted 17 March 2025
- Location Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra
- Job type Contract
- Duration 12 months
- Reference3892073
Job description
We are seeking an experienced EL2 Director, Project Manager to support with planning, leadership and management of projects and project teams for this federal government agency.
In this role you will be responsible for leading and support a team to maintain a ‘horizon view’ of emerging programs and projects and provide detailed advice and guidance in accordance with relevant frameworks.
You will manage the projects planning including coordinating financial estimates, business case phases and the delivery plan/approach, and will effectively manage project/program resources and facilitate the appointment of individuals to project teams including recruitment.
You will also be responsible for driving consistency and standards across the Agency on how programs and projects are delivered in accordance, to ensure key corporate and governance commitments are maintained in a holistic manner, in addition to the routine reporting managed by each of the program/project teams.
Required skills & experience
Experience across a mix of policy and program roles in the public sector, to apply your knowledge of the policy landscape to identify emerging digital health priorities, then lead the team to plan and manage projects and initiatives which the Agency is responsible for delivering
Enjoy working in a small core team that is flexible and versatile to respond to project needs, including adjusting resourcing/work allocation as required to ensure projects are supported
Be able to lead teams that consist of both generalists and specialists
Demonstrate self-motivation and ability to drive initiatives for successful outcomes
Respond flexibly to changing demands and be comfortable leading in times of ambiguity
10+ years’ experience in project management roles in project delivery environments both in public and private sectors
Expert knowledge and wide experience across project management disciplines with good understanding of best practice principles
Experience of delivery program and project management services within both waterfall and agile project approaches
Tertiary qualification(s) in program management, IT or business-related disciplines including any certifications in PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, P3O or similar will be highly regarded
Please note that you must be an Australian citizen to be considered for this opportunity.
This is a contract opportunity for a 12-month period and offers flexible hybrid working options.
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