Full Time Fixed Term / 9 Day Fortnight / 36 Hours
From $111,401 plus Superannuation
Position Brief - Senior Portfolio Analyst
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Portfolio Analyst to join our Business Change Portfolio Management Office (PMO) for a 12‐month initial fixed term contract. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring portfolio, program and project initiatives are effectively prioritised, governed and managed to deliver strategic organisational and community outcomes. Working closely with Executive Leadership and key stakeholders, the successful candidate will provide expert oversight across the organisation's P3M landscape, driving informed decision‐making through reporting, portfolio insights, governance assurance and forward‐looking resource planning. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about delivering measurable business value.
Duties for this will include (but not limited to)
* Lead the development and continuous improvement of P3M prioritisation frameworks to support strategic decision‐making
* Ensure portfolio investment decisions align with organisational objectives and community outcomes
* Provide expert portfolio, program and project insights, reporting and recommendations to Executive Leadership and all Portfolio Committees
* Oversee the delivery of accurate, timely and meaningful portfolio, program and project reporting and dashboards
* Monitor portfolio, program and project performance, delivery health, risks and dependencies, ensuring issues are identified and escalated appropriately
* Manage portfolio‐level resource and capacity planning across programs and projects to balance demand and workforce capability
* Drive compliance with P3M governance frameworks, lifecycle methodologies and enterprise standards
* Provide portfolio assurance through program and project gated reviews, governance oversight, and audit readiness activities
We're Looking For People Who Have
* A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project/Program Management or similar or equivalent industry experience
* Ideally 3‐5 years demonstrated experience in portfolio, program and project management (P3M) environments, with strong capability in governance, prioritisation, reporting and strategic portfolio oversight
* Highly developed analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide trusted advice and influence decision‐making at Executive and senior leadership levels
* Strong organisational and problem‐solving skills, with proven experience managing competing priorities, resource planning, risk oversight and continuous improvement initiatives
Good To Have
* PRINCE2 Project Management Practitioner or equivalent
* Managing Successful Programs (MSP) Practitioner or equivalent
* Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O) Practitioner or equivalent
How To Apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Our selection process may include a one‐way video interview via Criteria, a face‐to‐face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre‐employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Jansen Croft
Contact Email
jcroft@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date
Friday, 12 June 2026 at 11:59pm
We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high‐performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.
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