About the Company
Our client is a prominent Australian Government organisation responsible for driving national economic outcomes through innovation, technology and investment. Operating at the intersection of industry, science and digital transformation, the organisation delivers large-scale, high-impact ICT initiatives that support a productive, resilient and sustainable economy.
Within a complex and fast‑paced environment, the technology division provides enterprise platforms, digital services and systems that support both internal stakeholders and Australian businesses. You will be joining teams that value collaboration, modern engineering practices, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
The organisation is focused on supporting the sustainable growth of Australian industries and fostering a national innovation system that drives knowledge creation, international competitiveness and improved productivity. Staff are dedicated to developing policies and delivering programs in partnership with stakeholders to create lasting economic benefits grounded in principles of social justice and equity for all Australians. The division responsible for ICT services provides a range of enabling functions and operational delivery to the organisation and to Australian businesses and is seeking experienced and motivated Project Managers to support major ICT projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers.
- Research, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project or program initiatives.
- Negotiate and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective communication, coordination and collaboration for timely and successful outcomes.
- Identify and resolve project-related issues and challenges.
- Provide management, coordination, governance and assurance of complex projects.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in an agile environment to deliver agreed outcomes.
- Represent the team and branch in project governance meetings and provide clear up to date reports on status and the implications of risks on projects to ensure the success of projects.
- Oversee project resources to ensure a high performing, motivated and well-developed team that delivers results.
- Use project management tools to drive successful outcomes, covering areas such as risk management, quality management, financial management, procurement, strategy, resource management, project briefs and post-implementation reviews.
What we are looking for
- A minimum of 5 years' experience leading complex ICT projects and programs in Federal Government.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers.
- Experience with/ and application of project management frameworks and methodologies including waterfall and Hybrid Agile.
- Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including Departmental Executive
The Opportunity: 12-month contract plus 2 x 12-month extension options
Experience Level: EL1
Location: Canberra ACT
Security Requirements: Baseline
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Submissions close COB, Thursday the 23rd of April 2026.
Please call Lisa Berjak on 0480 011 550 for any further information . 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.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
