Program Coordinator

Are you looking for the next step in your career? Due to an Internal promotion, we have an exciting opportunity for a Program Coordinator join the Integration Management Office in this permanent role. 

This role is responsible for building and fostering productive and value-producing relationships with business units and the cross-functional program delivery teams.  This includes responsibilities and accountabilities for supporting, co-ordinating and facilitating the completion of activities across the integration enabling and facilitating a cohesive and collaborative work dynamic.

Specifically, you will: 

•  Act as the connector, orchestrator and key point of support and co-ordination between the Integration Management Office, business units and program delivery teams.
• In conjunction with the Integration Management Office, facilitate high level enterprise and strategic analysis to ensure programs are set up for success, objectives are achievable, and benefits can be realised.
• Conduct workshops and undertake in-depth analysis and modelling to develop insights, conclusions and recommendations to support key decision makers within the business.
• Provide impartial, disciplined, and structured support to the Integration Management Office in the execution of all components of the integration. 
• Develop constructive and collaborative relationships with staff at every level within the respective business units and support areas to maintain delivery velocity.
• Provide input into, and support for, resource capacity vs. demand vs. capability forecasting and planning including the co-ordination and submission of Integration specific resources requests to the nominated committee for endorsement to address identified gaps.
• Meet your duty of care, ensuring that WHS is embedded within daily activities, that the requirements of Heritage and People’s Choice Policies and Procedures are adhered to, and that a physically and psychologically safe environment is maintained, actively promoting and role modelling safe work behaviours.
• Support the Integration Management Office with general administrative activities enabling the successful execution of the Integration Roadmap and Blueprint
• Coordination, data collation and preparation of papers/submissions for provision to governance committees including meeting scheduling, support, and minute records management.

About you 
 
To be considered, you will have a proactive approach to your work, a ‘can-do’ attitude and a keen interest in furthering your career in Project Management, Change Management or similar 

We also seek: 

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in project management techniques, tools and methodologies covering all phases of project life cycle.
• Demonstrated, previous experience in program management.
• Experience in delivery of complex, cross-functional organisation change programs.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a broad internal and external stakeholder group and business owners.
• Demonstrated experience in resource forecast and planning, and engagement/onboarding.
• Previous banking and finance experience is highly desirable but not essential.
• A project management certification (Prince 2, PMP, PMBok, Agile) is desirable but not mandatory

Who are we? 

It’s an exciting time to join our organisation! On 1 March 2023, two of Australia’s most successful member-owned banking organisations merged, to form Heritage and People’s Choice - Australia’s leading mutual banking organisation and a genuine, member-owned alternative to the major banks. 

We exist to create a better future for our members and the communities in which they live. 

We are 100% member owned, with approximately 720,000 members and 1,900 employees.  We have dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, and 95 branches across South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory, trading under two brands, Heritage Bank and People's Choice. 

When you come to work at Heritage and People’s Choice, you’ll be joining a team of inclusive, friendly, and motivated employees who value making a difference every day for our members, community, and the planet. We are committed to creating an outstanding working environment where you feel supported, can continue to develop and are proud advocates of our members and our business.

Benefits of working for us   

We believe the little extras can make a big difference in supporting your success. That’s why we offer great incentives and benefits including:

• Paid parental leave and special leave provisions 
• Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements 
• Employee banking benefits and discounted insurances 
• Work from anywhere philosophy with the flexibility to work from home or in the office 
• Career development opportunities, and ongoing training, coaching and support 
• A dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of need 
• Paid volunteering days and access to a diverse range of community and charitable initiatives 

If you are ready to join a supportive team who are passionate about the work they do and the results they achieve, then click 'Apply' now and submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume