Maximum term 2-year position
Full time hours
Hybrid flexible working location
Work for the world's largest humanitarian organisation
About Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Application Delivery and Architecture, the Senior IT Project Manager drives the delivery of complex, high-impact projects and programs across the organisation. Operating with autonomy, this role oversees multiple streams, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, technology roadmaps, and compliance requirements.
The position provides strategic leadership in project delivery, guiding teams and partners to achieve outcomes that support Red Cross' humanitarian mission. Accountable for delivering projects on time, within scope and budget, the role works closely with senior stakeholders—including the CIO, business leaders, vendors, and the EPMO—to influence priorities, manage interdependencies, and ensure successful execution of enterprise-wide initiatives.
About you
Demonstrated ability to manage both technical and business stakeholders and resources
Substantial experience (Ideally 5+ years) in leading complex, high-value IT projects and programs, including end-to-end planning, development, and execution across multiple streams
Demonstrated skills in developing and maintaining enterprise-level project management artefacts, including integrated schedules, governance plans, budgets, and executive reporting
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, customers and other service departments
Extensive experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, including Scrum practices such as backlog management, user story development, estimation, and prioritisation
Proven proficiency in Jira/Confluence, MS Project and MS Office, including MS Visio
Demonstrated ability to manage internal IT teams, overseas consultants, external vendors, and solution partners.
Qualifications/Licenses
Required:
Relevant tertiary qualifications specifically a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline is essential along with relevant substantial experience.
Desirable:
Postgraduate qualification in Project Management, Business Administration, or Technology Management
Project Management certifications (PMBOK, PRINCE2 or similar standards)
Agile Product Owner certification (PSPO1, etc.) and Agile Scrum Master certification (PSM1, CSM, etc.)
Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanityFinancial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.Work/Life Flexibility: You can access a paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options.Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses.
How to apply:
When applying please submit a cover letter (maximum 1000 words) responding to the below selection criteria. This cover letter can be uploaded to the 'Additional documents' tab once you have completed your application form.
Essential Selection Criteria
Proven experience managing large-scale, complex IT projects within scope, time, and budget.
Strong expertise in Agile delivery methodologies and ability to apply them in enterprise projects.
Demonstrated capability in project planning, budgeting, risk and issue management, and governance.
Experience managing internal IT teams, overseas consultants, external vendors, and solution partners.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and executive reporting skills.
Desirable Selection Criteria
Proven experience delivering projects leveraging Microsoft Azure services, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Power Platform.
Further information
This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 6. Competitive salary + superannuation + access to salary packaging.
For additional enquiries, please contact Madan Sadasivam at for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Tuesday 27th January 2026.
While we appreciate all interest in our organisation, we won't engage with or accept candidates from agencies or consulting firms on this occasion.
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Job Ref# 13187