Program Manager, SmithShield Program

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Smith Family Full time
  • Make a difference to young Australians through supporting their education
  • Permanent full time position
  • Based in Sydney, NSW with hybrid flexibility

The Smith Family is a children's education charity that helps young Australians experiencing disadvantage to create better futures for themselves through harnessing the power of education.

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our organisation. Reporting to the Group Manager, Digital Strategy & Transformation and working alongside dedicated, energised, and passionate team members, this role will be responsible for overall execution of a critical strategic program, including governance, prioritisation, roadmapping, planning, change management, communications, stakeholder management and program team leadership. In addition, you will be an active participant in lean program and project management capability uplift, as well as a champion of broader organisational business agility transformation activities.

About our role

You will be responsible for:

  • Establishing program structures including project governance, schedule management and stakeholder engagement
  • Developing and maintaining an execution plan that collates and communicates the vision for program objectives, desired outcomes and success measures
  • Understanding the strategic and operational objectives for the Program Roadmap and ensure that decisions are continually assessed against these objectives
  • Developing and managing a benefits realisation plan outlining the benefits and targets and in accordance with the pipeline of initiatives
  • Defining and communicating project and risk management processes, and in particular, guidance for decision making processes, including prioritisation criteria
  • Overseeing delivery of key Roadmap activities including the end-to-end program execution approach, prioritisation of value, change management and other planned activities
  • Overseeing the management of project risks and managing the requirements of the program investment
  • Identifying and addressing opportunities to constantly improve project processes and structures
  • Playing a leading role in refining the relationship between the program team and related digital delivery teams, including resource planning and dependency management

About you

As well as passion for community, you will bring the following:

  • Demonstrated experience (5+ years) facilitating the implementation of transformation project/s, preferably involving digital technology or cybersecurity
  • Experience in managing project governance, risk, financial forecasting and reporting
  • Experience working in agile business environments at scale
  • Experience presenting complex information in accessible formats for a variety of audiences, in both oral and written forms
  • Experience in managing change impacts for multiple large stakeholder cohorts over a sustained period
  • Demonstrated experience managing and leading a team to achieve results
  • History in delivering large scale, complex or digital transformation programs of work
  • Have or willing to obtain an employee Working With Children's Check

About our culture

The Smith Family has employees at the centre of its values and operations. We nurture a supportive and inclusive culture that enables people to achieve personal and professional goals, through collaboration and innovation. With a proven work-life balance, wellbeing and health are our top priorities. Enjoy many other benefits, such as tax concessions and flexible working arrangements.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we'd love to hear from you. You may view the position description here.

Closing date: 21 June 2024

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.



  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Smith Family Full time

    Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Make a difference to young Australians through supporting their education Permanent full time position Based in Sydney, NSW with hybrid flexibility The Smith Family is a children's education charity that helps young Australians experiencing disadvantage to create better futures for themselves through...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Smith Family Full time

    Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights The Smith Family is a children's education charity that helps young Australians experiencing disadvantage to create better futures for themselves through harnessing the power of education.Make a difference to young Australians through supporting their educationPermanent full time positionBased in...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CRT Program Full time

    Join a high performing and passionate team Full time position Located at any CRT program Employment site in Sydney Metro Regional. CRT program is currently looking for a NDIS Service Manager to lead, inspire and motivate our Disability Services team and to grow this side of our business. The Manager – Disability Services will provide strategic leadership...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CRT Program Full time

    Sydney Metro, NSW2360 Exciting leadership opportunity Join a high performing and passionate team Full time position Located at any CRT program Employment site in Sydney Metro Regional.CRT program is currently looking for a NDIS Service Manager to lead, inspire and motivate our Disability Services team and to grow this side of our business.The Manager -...

  • Cne/rehab CNC

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CRT Program Full time

    Sydney MetroJob Type: Permanent/ Part time / Contract JobPosition Ref:CRTPosition Type: Full-timeLocation: Sydney MetroContact Name: SatyanContact Number:Closing Date: 10 JUL 21Why work for us?We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CRT Program Full time

    SydneyPosition Ref: CRT DSW001Reporting to: Service ManagerResponsible to: CRT program leadEmployment Status: Full time/Part time Casual pool / Contractor hoursIndustry Award: Fair work Practice Award SCHAD & ANMAC AWARDPay Rate: $26-$32 per hr.Eligibility Entry Level requirement Qualification Cert 4 and Diploma in Community Seevice/ Nurisng Social Worker,...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CRT Program Full time

    Disability Support Worker Qualification Cert 4 and ENor Equivalent healthcare Sydney Employment Status: Full time/Part time Casual pool / Contractor hoursIndustry Award: SCHAD & ANMAC AWARDPay Rate: $28-$32 per hr.EligibilityEntry Level requirement Qualification Cert 4 and EN or equivalent healthcare Overseas Graduate Nurse Working with children clearance ...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Children's Movement Program Full time

    DO YOU LOVE CHILDREN?DO YOU LOVE SPORT?DO YOU WANT TO HELP GIVE CHILDREN THE TOOLS TO SUCCEED IN THEIR FUTURES?We are looking for instructors/coaches for a children's fundamental movement program that helps children 1-10years all across Sydney.APPLY NOWInstructors will assist senior staff with group classes and must be:Confident interacting with children...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Enterprise IT Resources Pty Ltd Full time

    Contract Type: Contract Location:Sydney New South WalesSalary: AU$1300 AU$1400 per day + WFH flexibility Reference:Contact Name: Tito Tealdo Job Description:Title: Program ManagerContract: Initial contract until June 2024 with a view to extendingRate: $1409 p/dThe Role:Our NSW Government Client is looking to deliver a Digital Modernisation Program that aims...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia AECOM Full time

    Company DescriptionAt AECOM, we're delivering a better world.We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Dymocks Group Full time

    Introduction:Dymocks Children's Charities (DCC) is an Australia - wide, tax-deductible charity, established in 2000, providing brand new books of choice to pre-primary and primary school age children in priority locations. Our mission is to promote a love of reading and improve literacy outcomes for all Australian children.We provide literacy support...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia M&T Resources Full time

    SydneyIT & TelecommsProject Management / Team Lead Great Team Big4 Bank Large BudgetProgram Manager$ super per day6 month initial contractOur client is a leading Australian banking organisation and a household name with an extremely strong brand, based in the Sydney CBD.They require an experienced Program Manager to work on an exciting Regulatory Change...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Connect One Recruitment Full time

    Large NSW Government Organisation- $1100 per day incl. super- **Fixed Term Contract Role Our client is a large NSW Government organisaion nm who are seeking Program Manager to join their team.This position requires a highly skilled professional with a strong background in portfolio management and project management. The Program Manager will work closely with...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Qantas Airways Limited Full time

    Create and execute complex, high value programs across the whole Qantas Group Use your expertise to drive innovation, deliver transformation and enable growth Full time, permanent position based at our Mascot OfficeToday, we're busy planning for tomorrow. We look to the future to guide the way we innovate, helping us stay relevant and responsive in an always...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Talent International Full time

    Role OverviewSet the strategic direction and framework for a large scale 5 year program of work Manage a large and diverse team, collaborating alongside multiple functions Drive behavioural change across a large scale workforce, navigating complex stakeholder matrices Introduce a program management framework Experience & BackgroundProven experience...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Talent International Full time

    australia sydney permanent competitive salaryRole Overview Set the strategic direction and framework for a large scale 5 year program of work Manage a large and diverse team, collaborating alongside multiple functions Drive behavioural change across a large scale workforce, navigating complex stakeholder matrices Introduce a program management...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Compass Group Full time

    Today and tomorrow at Compass Group, we serve a better future by enriching people, communities and our planet. We do this because we believe that everyone should be seen and nourished as a whole person. We focus on the individual, their needs and more broadly on positive impacts in the community.The Position:We have a great opportunity for a 'hands on'...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CareCone Australia Full time

    **Position- **Program Manager**Location- **Sydney, NSW**Duration- **Permanent position Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a complex business transformation program. The program is staffed by a composite team, comprising multiple workstreams of Business and IT Executives, Senior staff, and development teams. Ensure clear Roles,...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    Garvan's Genomics and Inherited Disease Program (directed by A/Profs Jodie Ingles and Owen Siggs) is one of seven strategic research programs, and aims to bring together experts in genomics to improve outcomes for individuals with inherited diseases. The Program brings together leading clinicians and genomics researchers at Garvan and beyond, providing...

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Facto Full time

    6-month day rate contract with a view to extend Hybrid of WFH/Office based (2 days in the CBD) Lead a large scale digital program across both Web & MobileFacto is an Australian-owned and operated professional services business offering specialised Business Analysis, Quality Assurance, and Project services across a variety of sectors - from financial services...