Job details
The Department seeks multiple TSPV or TSPA cleared ICT Project Managers for the delivery of projects within a program of work in the ICT Division. The engagement of these resources are to fill immediate gaps as well as future projects identified in the forward plan of work. The successful candidate will report to a program manager and independently manage all facets of a small set of projects. The Project Manager will plan and manage the delivery of projects including but not limited to procurement, management of resources, co-ordination and communication of stakeholders, and reporting and governance.
Key duties and responsibilities
In the delivery of the Programs of Work the Project Manager will:
- Manage the delivery of a small set of projects using the department’s project management methodologies.
- Engage with stakeholders, including senior executives, to plan and manage projects successfully.
- Ensure that the project delivers in alignment with the stated strategic directives.
- Undertake project governance, including, but not limited to:
- project initiation, transition to BAU and closure,
- scope, schedule, and delivery timeframe management,
- reporting and presenting to Senior Executives, Program/Project Boards, and other governance bodies,
- budget and financial management and reporting, and
- active management of risks and issues.
Essential criteria
1.Experience working with senior executives to shape outcomes and achieve traction and deliver complex ICT projects, along with an ability to: • monitor, track and report on the status of deliverables • ensure schedules, cost and quality metrics are in line with agreed artefacts • track, monitor and report against baselined financials • identify and resolve issues, and · demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities, while maintaining sharp attention to detail- 40%
2.Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills: • ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with a range of stakeholders • build and maintain effective working relationships with technical professionals, team members and stakeholders. - 40%
3.Ability to establish an agreed set of priorities, frameworks, and methodologies to deliver quality outcomes: • ensure tools, templates and processes are adhered to • experience delivering projects in various methodologies (Prince2, MSP, Agile, SAFe, Hybrid) • assisting with project related departmental financial processes. - 20%
Contract: 12 Month Contract with 2 x 12 months extension
Security Required: TSPV Security Clearance required
Location- Canberra based
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
