PMO Analyst

Job no: 494818

Work type:
Permanent (Full-Time)

Location:
Milton

Categories:
Strategy, Research & Advocacy

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

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yourtown, Kids Helpline is here for children and young people whenever they need us, anytime for any reason 24/7, through tailored mental health counselling services in line with their changing preferences for help-seeking.

Realise
your potential at
yourtown

your opportunity

You will provide specialised skills in portfolio analysis, reporting and process improvements that presents insights to the delivery of
yourtown's portfolio investment plan and achievement of the organisation's Vision and Strategic Objectives.

You will also:

• Support the EPMO in the management and governance of yourtown's portfolio of programs and projects, including involvement in the development and implementation of portfolio management processes and tools to ensure effective management and reporting of yourtown's portfolio of projects.
• Conduct portfolio level reviews at key points to provide assurance that defined portfolio processes and controls are operating effectively.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and meet the requirements of the position and all performance expectations, including maintaining currency of knowledge regarding relevant legislation, professional practice and emerging trends to ensure advice is current and effective.
• Participating in other duties and crossfunctional teams as may be required in order to achieve efficient and effective
  yourtown services.

what we are looking for
At
yourtown, we believe in doing things well and taking pride in our work.

At
yourtown, we're constantly learning and growing, and we believe in reaching for great and striving to do our best.

You will enjoy using your knowledge to help make our processes more effective and sustainable now and into the future.

• Hold a bachelor's degree in project management or relevant area.
• Have a minimum of five years of related experience working in a Portfolio Management Office in a changing and complex organisation.
• Demonstrate substantial knowledge and experience of portfolio management, program and project management methodologies, benefits realisation and the use of processes and tools for monitoring and controlling at a portfolio level.
• Excel with their oral and written communication skills with particular focus on writing and/or editing complex business documentation within a project environment.
• Skilfully manage and coordinate stakeholders, including developed leadership, motivation, negotiation, and delegation skills

your benefits

When you join
yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation.

We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

Your employment experience will include:
- salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
- opportunity for flexibility working arrangements. Most of our team split their work week between the office and home
- access to Paylab to help you save on everyday items like groceries, pharmaceutical, automotive services, as well as things like clothing, books, electricals, furniture, and even holidays
- opportunities for internal and external professional development
- free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
- a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
- yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
- access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
- access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
- an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

how to apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team
yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods, and the wider community in Australia.

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.

"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"

Advertised: 23 Apr 2024 E. Australia Standard Time

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