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Project director for government initiatives

Canberra
beBeeProject
Government
Posted: 28 August
Offer description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Director to support a government client in delivering operational activities across a portfolio of reform initiatives.

This role offers exposure to legislative implementation, stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to contribute to national projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead planning and implementation of assigned project deliverables.
* Allocate resources and manage day-to-day project activities.
* Monitor progress, escalate risks and issues, and ensure transparency.
* Develop project documentation and reports to required standards.
* Maintain project governance and scheduling.
* Engage stakeholders and represent the agency in various forums.
* Provide analysis on complex issues and contribute to policy and project coordination.
* Supervise and develop team members, encouraging career growth.

About You

You are a proactive and collaborative leader with strong communication skills and a commitment to public service values.

Mandatory Requirements

* Demonstrated experience managing similar-sized projects within the past 3 years.
* Strong understanding of multiple project delivery methodologies.
* High-quality written communication skills.
* Experience with MS SQL, data warehouse modelling, and Power BI is a plus.
* Proven ability to manage stakeholders across a geographically dispersed network.
* Analytical skills to drive change and business improvement.
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and promote professionalism.
* Personal integrity and ability to work within legislative and policy frameworks.
* Australian Citizenship.
* Baseline AGSVA clearance.

Work Environment

This is a Canberra-based role with hybrid working arrangements considered. The team operates within a secure and collaborative environment, with a strong emphasis on culture and professionalism.

Applicants are required to hold Australian Citizenship at the time of application and hold a Baseline security clearance. Candidates who do not currently hold a Baseline must be able to obtain and maintain this level of clearance.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application or contact us for further information.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Application Guidelines

* Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.
* We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact us via email or phone.

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