Project Manager

AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN WITH NV1 SECURITY CLEARANCE (MUST)

Location - ACT

Working arrangements: On-site

Maximum hours - 7.5 hours per day

Security clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1.

Job details

We require an experienced, dedicated Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering successful ICT projects and initiatives, and experience working in the public sector, who can facilitate this transition. Additionally, this role will provide technical and managerial support to the in-house IT team, which currently comprises four full-time staff. It is anticipated that this engagement would be full-time to 30 June 2026, with potential extension if required, by agreement.

Key duties and responsibilities

Duties

Develop and implement a comprehensive ICT strategy that aligns with the agency's overall business goals and objectives.

Oversee and manage the transition of ICT services to the Department, ensuring value for money for the office, continuity of services, and implementation of a fit-for-purpose solution

Provide strong and considered advice to stakeholders

Collaborate with business leaders across the agency to understand their technology needs and requirements, and ensure these needs are met in the delivery of the transition work

Build and maintain strong relationships within and between Departments, and negotiate and manage contracts and agreements as needed

Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff, including through the provision of guidance on matters relating to technology more broadly

Ensure the security and reliability of the agency's IT systems and data, and implement strategies to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the ICT Operations team, including the management of staff, budgets, and resources.

Selection Criteria

Essential criteria

1. Financial management: Level 4 (SFIA)

Monitors and maintains financial records to agreed requirements for compliance and audit. Assists with identifying and calculating process, service, project and component costs for financial planning and budgeting. Collates required financial data and reports for analysis and to facilitate decision-making.

1. Project management: Level 5 (SFIA)

Takes full responsibility for the definition, approach, facilitation and satisfactory completion of medium-scale projects. Provides effective leadership to the project team. Adopts appropriate project management methods and tools. Manages the change control process and assesses and manages risks. Ensures that realistic project plans are maintained and delivers regular and accurate communication to stakeholders. Ensures project and product quality reviews occur on schedule and according to procedure. Ensures that project deliverables are completed within agreed cost, timescale and resource budgets, and are formally accepted, by appropriate stakeholders. Monitors costs, times, quality and resources used and takes action where performance deviates from agreed tolerances.

1. Stakeholder relationship management: Level 5 (SFIA)

Identifies the communications and relationship needs of stakeholder groups. Translates communications/stakeholder engagement strategies into specific activities and deliverables. Facilitates open communication and discussion between stakeholders. Acts as a single point of contact by developing, maintaining and working to stakeholder engagement strategies and plans. Provides informed feedback to assess and promote understanding. Facilitates business decision-making processes. Captures and disseminates technical and business information.

We appreciate your time and eagerly look forward to your response.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 9 months

Pay: $1,000.00 – $1,150.00 per day

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)