Senior Digital Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead and coordinate the successful delivery of digital projects across our organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, with experience in leading teams and managing multiple complex digital projects.

The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of digital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. They will also provide guidance and coaching to team members, promoting professional growth and encouraging a solutions-oriented approach.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating digital project teams
• Overseeing project planning and execution
• Managing budgets and resources
• Coordinating with stakeholders
• Identifying and mitigating risks

Preferred skills and qualifications include:

• Degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Business, or a related field
• Proven experience in managing digital programs or projects
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Benefits of this role include:

• Opportunity to work on high-profile digital projects
• Chance to develop and implement new processes and procedures
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Other notes:

• Salary will be between $118,588 to $135,251 per annum depending on skills and experience
• Appointment is conditional on successfully completing a national police check
• Merit Pool established through this selection process may be used to fill this or future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies

ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Team Management

Lead, mentor, and support the Digital Program Delivery team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performance work environment.

Provide guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to team members, promoting professional growth and encouraging a solutions-oriented approach.

Promote a collaborative culture focused on teamwork, transparency, and mutual respect.

Project Planning and Delivery

Oversee the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of digital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.

Support the development of project plans, allocate resources, and coordinate team efforts to achieve project objectives.

Ensure projects align with organisational goals and strategic priorities, regularly evaluating project alignment and outcomes.

Resolve conflicts or roadblocks promptly to maintain project momentum.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Act as a liaison between the Digital Program Delivery team and key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective communication.

Provide regular project updates and reports, addressing any changes, risks, or issues proactively.

Resource Allocation and Capacity Management

Manage resource allocation across multiple projects, ensuring optimal utilisation and balancing workloads.

Forecast and plan for future resource needs based on project pipeline, adjusting resources as required to meet evolving priorities.

Risk and Issue Management

Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues across all projects, implementing mitigation strategies and ensuring team members understand and manage risks effectively.

Maintain a risk register, tracking and reporting on the status of key risks and mitigation activities.

Develop and implement best practices, standards, and methodologies for digital project delivery to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Encourage innovation and exploration of new tools, technologies, and practices to improve project delivery and support digital transformation.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging feedback and lessons learned from previous projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or demonstrable relevant experience - relevant professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is desirable.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in managing digital programs or projects
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, and proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, MS Project, JIRA).
• Demonstrated experience in leading project teams and managing multiple, complex digital projects from inception through to completion.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performance project team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, handling multiple priorities and adapting to changing project demands.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, with the ability to implement and promote best practices in digital program delivery.
• Currently hold or eligible to obtain a BASELINE security clearance i.e. hold Australian Citizenship
• Experience in budget management, financial forecasting, and reporting, with a focus on resource efficiency is desirable.
• Experience working within an Australian Government agency is highly regarded.

Notes

• Only candidates who hold Australian citizenship can apply.
• Appointment is conditional on successfully completing a national police check.
• Merit Pool established through this selection process may be used to fill this or future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies.
• For further information about the organisation and its services, please visit the National site.
• Cracking the Code pages provide additional information on the Australian Public Service.

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