Job description
About the role:
The Project Manager will lead and manage a critical project on behalf of this complex program. The Program sits within Reform and Support Services (RSS) within this branch. The Program's priorities include:
- Drive the development and adoption of improved digital solutions and optimise the experience of everyone who interacts with the department.
- Deliver several distinct but interrelated programs of work, inclusive of new case management systems, online portals, electronic document and evidence handling, information sharing and data analytics.
- Ensure projects deliver a managed transition to front-line and operational support teams so that impacts to service delivery and other BAU activities are minimised.
- Participate in project boards and committees ensuring transparent and evidence-based decision making.
- Monitor emerging trends, identifying long-term opportunities and aligning solutions to strategic priorities.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with stakeholders and key subject matter experts to ensure deliverables meet stakeholder needs and are delivered on-time and on budget.
- Managing the budget and plan for the project
- Developing and maintain project management products
- Establishing and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders, peers and program members;
- Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout the life cycle; and
- Managing governance oversight, including assurance, risk management, mitigation and reporting for this project.
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers while managing contracts in accordance with departmental standards.
- Ensure strategic linkages and alignment with several related programs and projects of work.
- Project manage a team driving the replacement of a business-critical case management system/
Mandatory Qualifications, Conditions and Requirements:
While there are no mandatory qualifications for this role, practical experience in public sector project management and certification in PRINCE2 are preferred.
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Emma Metzger on +617 3339 5618 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.
