Job description
Job Title: Program Engagement Lead
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Program Engagement Lead to drive the design, coordination, and delivery of essential digital solutions. This position is critical to enabling effective data collection and digital integration across early childhood services, in alignment with key reform outcomes.
As a key stakeholder liaison, you will work across diverse groups-spanning technical teams, policymakers, business users, and external suppliers-to ensure robust digital capabilities that meet business needs, foster innovation, and deliver meaningful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder Coordination
- Build and manage relationships with software providers and internal/external stakeholders.
- Conduct regular reviews, workshops, and status updates.
- Manage risks, resolve issues, and escalate where necessary to senior management.
Solution Capability Assessment
- Validate technical and data requirements to meet core operational needs.
- Define integration patterns and assess capability requirements with Solution Architects.
- Contribute to overarching solution architecture and ensure security controls are integrated.
Data Collection & Governance
- Oversee secure data collection, storage, and usage in line with legal and compliance frameworks.
- Develop and formalize agreements to facilitate data sharing.
- Drive the development of detailed data collection and integration specifications.
Product Management
- Lead discussions with senior stakeholders to define priorities and deliver innovative business solutions.
- Maintain a detailed understanding of organizational needs and timelines.
- Facilitate collaboration across working groups and communities of practice.
Key Competencies, Skills, and Experience
- Proven track record in managing complex digital programs with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of secure data management, governance, and legal frameworks.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience with Agile delivery methodologies and project management best practices.
- Background in the early childhood or education sector is advantageous but not essential.
Mandatory Requirements
- Current or eligibility for a Department of Human Services-issued Working with Children Check.
- At least 8 years of experience in large-scale enterprise application implementation.
- Direct experience in advising senior executives on program outcomes and risks.
Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to impactful digital transformation projects, champion innovation, and make a real difference in the early childhood sector.
Apply now to join a dynamic and collaborative environment where your expertise can shape the future of digital solutions!
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Rayan Thomas on + 618 7422 0610 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.
