Portfolio Manager - Business Projects

• Opportunity to be part of IT Portfolio Delivery Leadership team at RBA.
• Impactful work that helps make a difference to the Australian people.
• Contribute to the broader strategic direction and overall performance of IT.

RBA is currently seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to lead a team of project management specialists. This position will help mature the project management practice and provide leadership to project management personnel across a portfolio of IT change initiatives, in a way which is aligned to the departmental and Bank-wide strategy and vision.

Key Objectives

• Lead a team of Project Management personnel providing the required mentoring, coaching, performance management, line management, and career development guidance.
• Contribute to the broader strategic direction and leadership of the area, sharing accountability with other leaders for overall performance of deliverables and outcomes to meet the current and future needs of the Bank.
• Lead the creation of new Business Cases.
• Oversee and assist in developing robust and achievable program and project plans to manage the quality delivery of multiple, concurrent projects and programs.
• Help develop the Project Management practice and ensure consistent application and continuous improvement in policies, systems and Ways of Working for the Bank's change initiatives leveraging Traditional and Agile methods such as Scrum, Kanban, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery and DevOps.
• Negotiate with peers, senior stakeholders, and sponsors across departments to develop a consistent view of the portfolio across financials, delivery practices, reporting and governance.
• Oversee, including providing advice, in relation to business change strategy, structure, processes, frameworks and planning, and lead and manage projects, programs or initiatives that contribute to the organisation's strategic goals.

• Significant experience leading a team of Project Management personnel, including line management responsibilities.
• Substantial experience in leading multiple projects as a Program or Portfolio Manager in a complex and large-scale technical environment using Agile methodologies. Those in Project Management roles with no direct line management experience need not apply.
• Substantial experience dealing with senior executives and meeting competing demands to expectations.
• Knowledge and significant experience of various leadership styles and facilitation techniques, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment and increasing transparency.
• Direct experience in one or more aspects of projects involving Software design/ development, Technical or Business Architecture and Delivery.
• Experience working in Banking, Financial Services, IT, Insurance, Telecommunication or Financial Markets.
• Exceptional communications and engagement skills in connecting people to purpose and outcomes.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Agile and Scrum Certifications (CSM, CSPO, PSM II, A-CSM).
• Project Management Certifications (PMBOK, Prince 2).

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the Bank forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

Through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking, the RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operates infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.

Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people have a critical role to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supporting capacity. As a values driven organisation, our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect, while promoting the public interest through our efforts.

Your application should include a resume detailing your experience and qualifications.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from experienced candidates seeking workplace flexibility.

Few places give you the balance of professional challenge and a management culture that not only supports but encourages you to live a full life outside of work and be more.

Application Close :
April 30, 2024