Project Manager

We are currently seeking applications for a Project Manager to join the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of Treasury and Finance ongoing.

Remuneration: ASO7 – Salary Range ($108,109 - $116,864 p.a.)

About the opportunity:

The Project Manager is responsible for researching, developing and implementing ICT/Cyber Security/Digital Projects. This includes the effective use of project methodologies to ensure the realisation of the project benefits and well-developed communication planning. To ensure work is relevant and impactful, the Project Manager is required to engage across the Office of the Chief Information Officer, industry and research sectors and liaise with senior agency stakeholders.

About you

To be successful you will:

• Lead, monitor and report on project activities, including identifying and assessing risks and opportunities, measuring and tracking tasks to ensure projects and activities align with departmental strategy and initiatives.
• Lead, manage and deliver the implementation of the project, including developing proposals, methodology and schedules for the program of work, and delivering recommendations, reporting and strategies to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Manage the activities of the project through effective planning, coordination and stakeholder management.
• Foster strategic partnerships, encouraging a culture of collaboration and providing expert consultancy advice for the effective delivery of a range ICT-related projects.
• Work collaboratively with a range of customers and internal/external stakeholders to implement innovative ICT projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of models of government business and influencing planning and change processes within government to ensure strategies are implemented in accordance with the government's strategic intentions.
• Provide specialist advice and active management of projects, including planning, evaluating, implementing, reviewing, promoting and delivering projects.
• Participate in the establishment of comprehensive consultative processes with stakeholders and foster collaboration to develop strategic directions consistent with the government's approach to ICT.
• Develop project briefs, costs, outputs, outcomes, budget bids, schedules, business cases and project proposals for ICT-related projects.
• Participate in effective liaison and involvement of government agencies and industry including involvement in forums, alliances, coalitions, partnerships and other groups and promoting the values and imperatives of taking a long term across government approach.

About us

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) enables a more connected and secure government so that South Australian (SA) Government agencies can better serve our community. We do this by leading the SA Government technology, cyber security, and digital government strategies, as well as developing and delivering resilient and innovative ICT, digital and cyber security services, platforms, and critical infrastructure to SA Government agencies that are accessible, trusted, and secure.

As well as working within the SA Public Sector Code of Ethics, OCIO's principles are: customer-centric and collaborative, growth minded, engaged and skilled, and honesty in action.

OCIO supports flexible work arrangements, and our office environment is activity-based, with spaces tailored for focused work, collaboration, and general space for everyday work.

Infrastructure and Service Delivery, in OCIO, provides safe, resilient, and reliable ICT network services and environments, including the Across Government Service Desk, voice services including contact centres, PBX and Teams Voice and SA Government's Core Data Network, connecting agencies with both on premise services as well as external services such as internet, M365, cloud service providers, that enable agencies to support their business-critical services.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Michael Davis 

Title: Program Manager, Infrastructure and Service Delivery 

Tel:

email:

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. This role requires the below screening clearance/s:

· National Police Check

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.