Strategic Programme Manager

2 weeks ago


Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia NCS Australia Full time

NCS Australia is a dynamic and innovative company that offers a unique opportunity for experienced professionals to excel in their careers. As a Strategic Programme Manager, you will play a critical role in leading complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, within scope, and on budget.

You will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive strategic objectives, leveraging your expertise in project management, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Your ability to foster strong relationships, communicate effectively, and facilitate collaboration will be essential in delivering successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven experience in managing large-scale IT transformational projects in complex enterprise environments
  • Solid experience in project management with strong governance, planning & control, risk, and issue management skills
  • Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
  • A thorough understanding of Prince2 methodology and its application in complex project environments

In return, NCS Australia offers a competitive salary range of AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including:

  • Paid parental leave
  • Initiatives focused on employee well-being
  • Discounted health insurance
  • Recognition and rewards for high performance
  • Career development opportunities through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform

We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, and we encourage applications from all sectors of the community. At NCS Australia, we value inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunity, and we welcome applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and Veterans.



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