We're Hiring – Program & Project Management Experts
Location: Majura Park, Canberra, ACT
Duration: 12 months (Starting 1 Sept 2025)
Security Clearance: NV1 Required
We're Responding to a Defence RFQ – Express Your Interest Now
Azooa is growing fast—and we're proud to support Australia's most critical Defence initiatives with top-tier, locally based talent. We're currently responding to a Defence RFQ from the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) and are building a team of experienced professionals to support the delivery of the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Program.
This is your chance to register your expression of interest for a role that directly contributes to Australia's sovereign defence capability. If successful, you'll work alongside senior stakeholders within ASA's Portfolio Management and Planning Branch (PMPB), supporting national and trilateral delivery objectives.
You'll help shape policy, optimise delivery frameworks, and contribute to national security through impactful and purpose-driven project and program support. Our team will be deeply embedded in ASA's governance processes, coordinating delivery against the Optimal Pathway for the submarine program.
Join a career-defining project and be part of a future-focused, mission-driven team.
We're Looking For:
Project & Program Managers (Level 2 & 3)
Provide surge support to ASA delivery line areas in need of program/project leadership
Lead detailed planning, coordination, and forward work management
Develop project strategies, high-quality business cases, and stakeholder engagement materials
Offer mentoring and best practice support to Australian Public Service (APS) teams in applying structured project delivery methodologies
Support the integration of ASA's objectives into a broader Defence acquisition context
Enable consistency in delivery approaches across multiple streams of work
Portfolio Coordinators & Strategic Writers
Drive the development of national and trilateral coordination strategies for program delivery
Lead facilitation of workshops and key stakeholder forums to align project delivery
Draft and deliver comprehensive briefings and reports for high-level Defence stakeholders, including cross-agency and intergovernmental engagements
Support ASA's integrated investment planning and decision support requirements with evidence-backed reporting and analysis
Create structured, concise, and strategic documentation aligned with the Defence Integrated Investment Program and ASA's broader program goals
Master Schedulers & Planning Specialists
Develop and manage detailed program and project schedules using leading tools and methodologies
Build and maintain project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and related data dictionaries to ensure alignment with delivery milestones
Implement and refine scheduling tools and governance frameworks to improve forecasting and delivery accuracy
Provide mentoring and training support to internal scheduling and program teams
Perform schedule analysis and reporting to support real-time decision-making for program leadership
Risk & Issue Management Specialists
Lead implementation and continuous improvement of ASA's Risk Management Framework across complex program environments
Support maintenance and use of the Predict system for enterprise risk tracking and scenario planning
Prepare trilateral risk reports and provide comprehensive analysis of issues impacting capability delivery
Assist in developing national and international risk mitigation strategies in alignment with program milestones and operational risks
Build a proactive and mature risk culture within ASA and its ecosystem of delivery partners
To Succeed in These Roles, You'll Need:
Demonstrated experience in Defence capability acquisition and sustainment programs across varied scales and complexity
Proven success working within the One Defence Capability System and familiarity with associated program documentation standards
Deep understanding of Defence governance, reporting frameworks, schedule integration, and risk management protocols
Strong ability to manage stakeholder relationships and provide strategic guidance under high-pressure, politically sensitive environments
Eligibility to access International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controlled information and a commitment to compliance
A collaborative mindset with the ability to provide hands-on mentorship and uplift APS capability
Current or reinstatable NV1 clearance (minimum)
Ability to complete the ASA Nuclear Mindset Suitability Assessment prior to commencement
Why Azooa?
100% Australian owned and operated—we are committed to sovereign delivery and national capability building
We never offshore—our people are based locally and deliver projects in partnership with government stakeholders
We're trusted by Federal Government departments and Defence clients to deliver projects that matter
Our consultants work on mission-critical engagements that directly support public good and long-term national outcomes
Our culture is built around respect, integrity, quality, transparency, and performance
We actively invest in our people, providing professional development, mentoring, and meaningful career pathways
We are growing rapidly and offer opportunities to join long-term delivery teams across a range of Federal initiatives
Key Dates:
Project Commencement: 1 September 2025
Contract Completion: 31 August 2026
ASA Industry Briefing: Tuesday, 29 July 2025, 11:00AM–1:00PM AEST
RFQ Closes: Thursday, 1 August 2025
Azooa EOI Deadline: ASAP – interviews and submissions ongoing
How to Express Your Interest
We're building our team now in preparation for submission. Submit your EOI via LinkedIn Easy Apply to be considered. If you're a match for this opportunity, we'll contact you directly to progress your application for inclusion in our official Defence RFQ proposal.
Act fast — don't miss your chance to join a high-performance team and contribute to a major nation-building Defence program
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