Address- Drive the development, delivery implementation and continuous improvement of EnterpriseProject Management in the organisation.
- Develop and implement Project Management policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistency and best practice.
- Mentor and inspire your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Join us to lead an innovative, high-performing team as our Head of Enterprise PMO!
Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving transformative change in local government? Do you possess the strategic acumen and leadership skills to spearhead a contemporary Enterprise Project Management Office that enhances service delivery and fosters community growth? Are you ready to shape the future of our community as a senior leader in our organisation? If so, Glen Eira City Council has the perfect opportunity for you!
About Us:
Glen Eira City Council is a great place to work. We have high-performing teams who deliver more than 120 services. Our Employee Engagement Survey results continue to show our people understand their goals, have a strong customer service culture, and are proud to work here. We also know that our community highly values the work we do, because we have some of the highest Community Satisfaction Survey scores of any council in the state.
We strive to be a contemporary, future focused organisation. We are high performing, values based, customer-focused and strive for innovation. In fact, we're in the top ten per cent of most engaged aligned councils, according to our most recent Employee Engagement Survey.
Our municipality is located in Melbourne's south-east suburbs, approximately 10 kilometres from Melbourne's central business district. Glen Eira has a vibrant and diverse community which is proud of its cultural heritage. It is home to more than 141,000 people and significant Melbourne icons such as Ripponlea, the Caulfield Racecourse Reserve, Yarra Yarra Golf Course, the Jewish Holocaust Museum and much more.
About the Role:
The Head of Enterprise PMO, is a newly expanded role created by a recent organisational realignment. You'll lead a small high performing team with responsibility for the Enterprise Project Management Office. This role will play a critical part in advancing our strategic objectives by driving the development, delivery implementation and continuous improvement of EnterpriseProject Management in the organisation. Reporting to the Manager Organisational Strategy you will collaborate closely with the Head of Strategy and Transformation and stakeholders both internally and externally to drive efficiency, mitigate risks and optimise resource allocation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Continue the development and enhancement of the Project Management Framework expanding it to the enterprise level.
- Develop and implement Project Management policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistency and best practice across all initiatives.
- Embed and enhance robust governance frameworks and performance metrics to monitor project progress, identify bottlenecks, and facilitate timely decision making.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline project delivery.
- Mentor and inspire your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
About You:
To support your success in this role:
- You will have relevant tertiary qualifications in a related or aligned discipline.
- Proven senior leadership experience in managing or leading program management or PMO functions.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion within budget and timeline constraints.
- A strong understanding of Project Management methodologies and change management would be advantageous.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Why Work with Us:
- At Glen Eira City Council, you'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects that shape the future of our community.
- A genuine hybrid working environment, with tailored work-from-home flexibility to accommodate your needs and responsibilities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive salary and benefits, and future opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, creativity, and innovation.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us in shaping the future of our community and making a difference where it matters most. Become a part of our exciting journey towards a brighter future for Glen Eira.
For a position description or to apply please visit the McArthur website at www.mcarthur.com.au, referencing job number J5447 in the search bar.
For a confidential conversation, please contact Fiona Bain on 0404 204 ***.
Applications Close: Tuesday 11th June 2024.
