Description:
The key duties of the position include:
The Role
Duties of the EL 2 position include:
- Provide leadership and management of a multi-disciplined project team and supervise and oversee all aspects of very complex project activities including finance, commercial, technical, risk, schedule, human resources and industry relationships;
- Accountable for managing and leading a team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people;
- Review established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies and advise on the development of project management best practice and Defence reform initiatives;
- Integrate risk and opportunity management into planning, decision making and priority setting;
- Build and sustain a network of key stakeholders, communicate with influence and negotiate effectively; and
- Engage and influence Defence senior leadership and provide key link between senior executives and Defence employees.
- Knowledge and understanding of SAFe and waterfall project management frameworks; and
- Experience in applications and/or infrastructure project delivery in large, complex, enterprise level delivery.
This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Agreement (DEA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.
About our Team
The Defence Digital Group (DDG) is seeking to recruit accomplished digital professionals to lead the implementation of Defence’s digital platforms and technology. Defence ICT of the future – capitalising on best in class global platforms supported by best in class sovereign capabilities.
By adopting modern architecture and platforms that are scalable, reliable, performant and safe, we will meet the demand of our integrated Defence force to be ready to fight and win in the digital age. To support this vision, the Defence Enterprise Systems Division is seeking highly skilled agile and waterfall qualified project management professionals with whole of government, enterprise level, infrastructure and application delivery experience, to drive delivery outcomes in line with the National Defence Strategy.
Our Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, candidates need to demonstrate the ability to lead best in class digital capability, make best use of budgets and work in diverse multi-stakeholder environment. You will also have:
- Superior knowledge and experience in digital platforms and technology delivery or enhancements;
- Extensive experience providing high level advice to senior leaders;
- The proven ability to lead and implement growth in diverse teams; and
- Proven exceptional organisational skills, specifically the ability to oversee either programs or multiple projects, prioritise commitments and meet critical deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Additional professionalisation, training and development may be offered to successful candidates.
Eligibility
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Baseline Vetting”.
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers