Manager, Program Management Office, El2, Australian

Adelaide
- Job closes 7/4/24

**About the Department **:The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

**About the team **:**About ARWA**
The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA) is leading the responsible management and safe storage and disposal of Australia’s radioactive waste. A key element of ARWA’s program is the delivery of disposal pathways for Australia’s radioactive waste which will provide purpose-built, highly engineered solutions to manage radioactive waste from sources such as nuclear medicine production.

At ARWA, our dynamic, multidisciplinary team has a unique opportunity to drive the future of Australia’s expertise in safe and secure radioactive waste management, to protect people and the environment for generations to come. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures. These differences bring challenges and opportunities, and they will ultimately enhance the delivery of our complex technical work. Our people have the experience and skills to put ARWA at the forefront of the global nuclear waste management field as we deliver world class facilities for Australia.

**Nuclear Literacy**
Radioactive waste exists in many locations around the country, including hospitals, science facilities and universities. While these locations maintain safety measures, they were not specifically designed for long-term waste management, making their continued use unsustainable. Therefore, a dedicated solution is needed to safeguard the future of Australia's nuclear medicine industry and nuclear research capabilities. ARWA will continue foster a culture of safety and security by demonstrating international best practice and work to increase nuclear literacy in Australia through education and awareness.

**The opportunity **:The Manager, PMO is responsible for the Program Management function and will manage centralised services to ensure timely deliverables aligned to ARWA’s strategic direction. The incumbent will develop and implement the Program Management strategy, responsibilities, and services across ARWA to ensure the successful delivery of various projects and programs.

The role is accountable for the management of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for operational support and reporting relating to ARWA’s diverse programs of work. This includes (but not limited to) the implementation of program blueprint, integration, risk, issue and inter-dependency management, resource forecasting, financial management and program reporting. The incumbent is a member of the ARWA leadership team who will contribute ideas and activities to improve overall performance of program delivery.

**What’s in it for you?**:

- Extensive expertise delivering high value projects/programs with complex, and sometimes competing objectives, projects within a highly regulated industry/environment.
- Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies (e.g PMBOK, Prince2).
- Demonstrated experience in successfully managing a large, multi-disciplinary team with complex, highly technical objectives.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, in particular the demonstrated ability to provide sound advice and prepare written reports and briefings.
- Demonstrated understanding of the importance of workplace culture that embraces safety and security and is collaborative and inclusive.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills that foster trust and cooperation, and a proven ability to work effectively and with integrity within a politically sensitive environment.
- Ability to work in a fluid environment, remaining flexible, agile and adaptable supporting colleagues at short notice.
- A valid Australian driver's licence.
- Significant relevant experience working in the delivery of nuclear and radioactive waste management and disposal programs and projects.
- Sound understanding of Commonwealth Government processes.

**Qualifications**
Tertiary qualification in relevant program/project management and/or law, finance, business management or business administration or relevant field and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.

**What you'll gain from the experience**:
**What you will do**:

- Develop the successful implementation of the PMO scope, strategy and services aligned to ARWA’s strategic direction.
- Establish performance management frameworks and standards for program management to ensure consistency across ARWA, including regular review and reporting.
- Coordinate highly complex and sensitive projects and work programs with strat