Portfolio Compliance

Division: Digital

Department: Digital Systems Enhancement

Reference number: 12642

Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract

AEMO at the Heart of Energy
AEMO is Australia's independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO's purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

About The Role
Reporting to the Program Director, this role sits within a Program Leadership Team and leads collaboratively with the broader program, external stakeholders, and AEMO capability areas to ensure the program is delivered in compliance with all obligations. Responsibilities include overseeing, directing, and refining program processes and procedures; providing guidance on robust reporting requirements (including quarterly compliance reports); benefits realisation mapping and reporting; and ensuring deliverables align with external regulatory and contractual standards. The role liaises with Government representatives and internal stakeholders to maintain alignment with obligations, reporting protocols, and monitoring milestones. It also plays a critical role in risk management, internal audit preparedness, and fostering a culture of compliance across all departments involved in the program.

What You Will Be Doing

• Embed and consistently apply governance processes, reporting, and assurance aligned to grant and compliance requirements
• Interpret and apply requirements of government contracts, grants, or funding agreements. Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, and deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Identify priorities, manage risks, and keep the integrated plan, delivery model, and benefits framework aligned to objectives.
• Develop and implement internal compliance controls aligned with external agreement requirements. Lead and deliver key reporting activities to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with departments (e.g., Legal, Finance, Program Delivery, Records Management) to ensure procedures support compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact on government agreement terms and compliance implications

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Extensive experience (10 years preferred) working in large programs for complex and highly regulated environments
• Practical application of compliance and project frameworks in corporate and/or government information systems and networks
• Strong experience and proven ability to adhere to and ensure compliance activities in large projects, including meeting audit requirements and discovery requests made on the organisation
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to confidently communicate and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-resolution skills

Due to the requirements of this role, you must be an Australian citizen and be willing and able to obtain and maintain and level of security clearance issued by the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency.

Benefits
In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process
At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us