Manager Data and Digital Architecture

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning

**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Other

Reference: 5319

**About the Role**
The Manager Data and Digital Architecture a key technical leadership position within Data & Digital Architecture branch. This role is responsible for leading and overseeing hiring, development and retention of high-performing architecture capability and fosters a culture of collaboration among Data & Digital on priority projects.

The Manager provides guidance, mentorship, and support to the architecture team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence driving the effectiveness of the department's Data & Digital architecture function. This role is instrumental at enabling the delivery of data and digital-enabled services for the Victorian Transport System and is crucial for ensuring the architecture outcomes are of the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

This role will also be responsible for managing the solution governance for the Department including making the process more efficient and effective to ensure compliance and quality.

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**Position Outcomes / Accountabilities**
- Team Leadership - Led and managed a team of skilled architecture professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Cultivated a high level of corporate knowledge of the organisation amongst the team; ensured architecture activities were conducted with a deep understanding of the Department's operations and objectives. Provided guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to enhance the team's capabilities. Established regular team check-ins to discuss progress, challenges, and share best practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Architecture assurance & improvement - Managing and guiding the Department's solution architecture governance. Applied strong analytical skills and strategic thinking to align architecture activities with the overarching goals of the Data & Digital division and the Department. Conducted regular audits to assess compliance. Continuously identified opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the architecture function.
- Resource Planning & Optimisation - Managed resource allocation, led the development and implementation of resource plans that support the effective execution of Data & Digital projects. Departmental policies and governance frameworks have been complied with, budgets are met, and fit for purpose workforce plans delivered. Implemented advanced resource optimisation strategies, including skills assessments, cross-functional training initiatives, and capacity planning, to maximise team efficiency and adaptability.
- Professional development - Developed personalised professional development plans for team members, identifying areas for skill enhancement and career growth within the realm of project management best practices.
- Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication - Drove collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and coordination on architecture team efforts. Worked closely with stakeholders, including technical leaders and senior management, to understand business needs and align solutions accordingly.

**Key Selection Criteria**
The Department of Transport and Planning seeks a skilled Manager to lead our Data & Digital Architecture branch. This pivotal role involves overseeing the recruitment, development, and retention of top-tier architecture talent, while fostering a collaborative culture to advance priority projects.A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation is essential. You will drive a culture of quality by integrating best practices into service and solution delivery, setting metrics to evaluate effectiveness, and fostering new approaches to exceed stakeholder expectations.

Join us in delivering high-quality, data-driven services for the Victorian Transport System and shaping the future of digital architecture.

**Qualifications and Experience**
**Mandatory**
- Tertiary qualifications in IT Systems or related area.
- Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role.
- Experience in solution architecture and at least one of the following disciplines: data, integration, security, business, or technical architecture
- Experience in managing a team of people.

**Desirable**
- Demonstrated experience in solution design and delivery with cloud (Azure and/or AWS), on-premises, or hybrid implementation.
- Demonstrated experience in presenting and articulating solutions for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- TOGAF Certification.

**What we offer**
- Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable.
- Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Service.
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