Ict Portfolio Manager

Talent is searching for experienced ICT Portfolio Manager to join our Federal Government Department. The role combines responsibilities of a Program Manager, Portfolio Manager, and Business Relationship Manager.

• Dynamic ICT Portfolio Manager within OCIO
• Large Federal Government Department
• Long-term Contract Role

Position Purpose
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic ICT Portfolio Manager to lead the strategic management of ICT projects and initiatives within the Office of the CIO. The role combines responsibilities of a Program Manager, Portfolio Manager, and Business Relationship Manager, emphasising the need for effective stakeholder engagement and alignment of ICT projects with business objectives.
The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of multiple projects aligned with common strategic themes within a portfolio.

Duties:

• Develop and maintain the ICT project portfolio, ensuring alignment with the agencies strategic goals and objectives.
• Prioritise and optimise resource allocation across projects and initiatives.
• Engage cross-functional teams to execute ICT programs and projects.
• Define and monitor program goals, scope, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Chair the Portfolio Steering Committee meetings
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and risk management.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business units, vendors, and partners.
• Act as a bridge between ICT and business units to ensure ICT projects meet their needs.
• Develop and implement governance structures and processes to ensure project and portfolio compliance with relevant policies and processes.
• Monitor and report on project performance, status, and key performance indicators.
• Overcome cross project dependencies and champion the portfolio in forums.
• Communicate project and portfolio updates to executive leadership, stakeholders, and team members including chairing high-level steering committees.
• Prepare and deliver periodic reports and executive briefs on the status and performance of the portfolio

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrated minimum 5 years’ experience leading teams.
• Demonstrated minimum 5 years’ experience as a senior Project/Program Manager.
• Project management certifications preferred (PMP, Prince2, SAFe etc.).
• Experience working in Government, or providing services to Government agency

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