El2 Project Director

The EL2 Project Director will maintain a strategic view over the project, working with key business stakeholders to set the conditions for implementing the project. They communicate a vision for the outcome of the project and the associated benefits. They take responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of complex projects (typically with significant business, political or high-profile impact and high-risk dependencies). They will monitor and control resources, revenue and capital costs against an agreed budget and manage expectations of all project stakeholders. They will have an oversight of the procurement, contracting and budget requirements of the project. The EL2 Project Director will oversee a small team providing technical and expertise support to the team.

The EL2 Project Director will maintain a strategic view over the project, working with key business stakeholders to set the conditions for implementing the project. They communicate a vision for the outcome of the project and the associated benefits. They take responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of complex projects (typically with significant business, political or high-profile impact and high-risk dependencies). They will monitor and control resources, revenue and capital costs against an agreed budget and manage expectations of all project stakeholders. They will have an oversight of the procurement, contracting and budget requirements of the project. The EL2 Project Director will oversee a small team providing technical and expertise support to the team.

Client Details

Reputable Federal Government Department

Description

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and schedules informing the establishment of the project
• Manage engagement with state and territory stakeholders to inform project delivery
• Manage and contribute to governance, reporting and contractual arrangements to ensure an effective delivery of a national emergency management stockpile
• Manage and oversee the procurement, contracting and budget requirements for the overall project.
• Oversee the procurement, contracting and budget requirements for the overall project
• Build and maintain professional networks to support project outcomes
• Provide high level support to senior executive officers within the portfolio and Ministers' offices
• Set priorities, assign tasks, allocate appropriate resources and clarify the outcomes required, based on agreed business plans
• Develop high-level written material, submissions or briefs, such as Annual Report, Senate Estimate briefs and Questions on Notice, departmental briefs and correspondence, corporate documentation, and reports in relation to sensitive matters
• Coach, mentor and promote staff development opportunities including the development of specialist, professional and/or technical expertise.

Profile

Role Requirements/Qualifications

Mandatory

• Written and oral communication skills including influencing outcomes
• Interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Judgement and strategic thinking
• Project management and delivery experience
• Team leadership and management
• Demonstrated experience developing staff and managing multiple teams in a large, complex and dynamic operational environment
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing diverse capabilities
• Experience leading cabinet submissions and ministerial communication

Job Offer

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens