Lead Innovation. Drive Digital Transformation. Strengthen Cape York's Future.
Cape York Institute for Policy and Leadership (CYIPL) is a non-profit Indigenous organisation empowering the people of Cape York to choose a life they have reason to value. We work in partnership with communities under the Pama Futures Agenda, a regional reform framework designed by and for the people of Cape York to strengthen land rights, empowerment, and economic development.
What's on Offer
* A career-defining opportunity delivering major digital transformation projects.
* Flexible work location - role can be based in Cairns, Melbourne, or Remote, supporting strong work-life balance.
* Salary Packaging Benefits - package up to $15,900 tax free each year.
* Additional $2,650 pre-tax for meals and entertainment.
* A supportive, collaborative team culture committed to driving regional reform.
* Employee Assistance Program available to all staff.
The Role
CYIPL is seeking an experienced IT technical focused Pama Platform Project Manager to lead and deliver complex technology projects that underpin the implementation of the Personal Responsibility and Opportunity Act (PR+O Act) Program, a nationally significant, long term reform agenda supporting family capability development across Cape York and beyond.
You will work closely with technical teams, internal stakeholders, vendors, and organisational leaders to bring the Pama Platform to life, ensuring our systems, applications, and data infrastructure support a future where all families can access the opportunities they need to thrive.
This is an ideal role for a proactive, solutions focused project leader who is confident navigating technical complexity and delivering digital products in dynamic environments.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading end-to-end delivery of IT and digital projects, from initiation to implementation-to-end delivery
* Developing and managing project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
* Coordinating internal technical teams and ensuring alignment with organisational IT standards.
* Acting as the key liaison between business stakeholders, IT specialists, and external vendors.
* Overseeing implementation of systems, applications, cloud services, and infrastructure.
* Monitoring progress, managing risks, and reporting to governance groups and leadership.
* Managing project scope, change control, and quality assurance.
* Ensuring projects meet security, compliance, and operational readiness requirements.
What You'll Need
Essential
* Degree in IT, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience delivering complex IT technical projects end-to-end.
* Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, digital systems, and application development.
* Experience working with cross functional teams, including technical and business units.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience working in a dynamic and evolving change environment with the ability to adapt and pivot based on project direction.
* Exposure to agile delivery methodologies.
* Ability to obtain a Working with Children Blue Card and successfully complete a Police Check.
Desirable
* Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).
* Experience in government, community, or enterprise scale IT environments.
* Familiarity with ITIL, cybersecurity frameworks, or cloud platforms.
Key Attributes
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and independently.
* Initiative and self-motivation, with a knack for finding innovative solutions.
* Ability to \"hit the ground running\" and deliver high-quality outcomes in dynamic environments.
* Confidence working in ambiguity and contributing to a self-directed culture.
Be Part of a Reform Movement
This is your chance to help build the digital backbone of a transformational social reform agenda. Create lasting, positive change for families across Cape York and set a new standard for community led digital solutions in Australia.
How to Apply
Submit your resume outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role
For more information, contact Agnes Lloyd on (07) 4046 0***
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Join us and help shape the future of digital empowerment in Cape York.