Project And Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Defence SA
Job reference: 567918
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
An exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to be an integral part in leading the development, coordination and management of facilities projects relevant to Defence SA assets and key projects through broad Stakeholder Engagement (industry, government, suppliers, contracts), effective communication of progress to industry and government and overall coordination of common-use facilities/projects.
About Us
Defence SA is a key economic development agency within the South Australian Government focussed on defence industry development. The Chief Executive of Defence SA is also the Chief Executive of the South Australian Space Industry Centre and Veterans SA. Collectively, the agency advocates and supports the defence and space industries and veterans within South Australia.
Benefits
Defence SA is a small and agile agency which provides employees with challenging and rewarding work and great opportunities for learning and development and flexibility.
Role Purpose/Context:
The Project and Stakeholder Engagement Manager works within the Corporate Services team and their remit is to collaborate with the South Australian Space Industry Centre to deliver a manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing facility for the state’s space companies. This will require the successful applicant to establish and maintain strong business relationships with key stakeholders, contractors and suppliers through effective consultation and collaboration. They will lead the go-to-market efforts for required suppliers and contractors for the State’s space common user facility, based on industry and government consultation, and in line with SA Government procurement processes.
Key selection criteria:

• Project Management methodology and applied practice
• Project budget management
• Technical knowledge of hardware and manufacturing infrastructure in the defence, space or advanced manufacturing sector
• Experience in leading and managing complex projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work with procurement professionals to support procurement frameworks/processes, policy and legislation, and audit regulations
• Ability to work with procurement, legal professionals to support tender evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract management practices
• Ability to negotiate best outcomes for State Government in complex projects
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills that develop successful relationships and networks and achieve shared objectives
• Sound interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, and liaise with a broad range of people
• Ability to prepare and present complex information, documents, briefings and reports clearly and accurately
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited direction, and work collaboratively as part of a team, exercising judgment in the planning, scheduling and prioritising of work activities to achieve objectives within required timeframes
• Experience in delivering complex projects via project management methodology within budget and timeframe and to prepare high quality, concise documents, correspondence and reports.
• Co-ordination of project elements including procurement of goods and services, budget and negotiations with contractors and suppliers
• Experience in the defence, space or advanced manufacturing sector would be desirable
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver outcomes by required deadlines.

Our Commitment to Diversity
The South Australian Government is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQI+, people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups.
Special Conditions
This is a contract position of up to 24 months. The incumbent is required to enter into a performance agreement. Work outside of normal hours may be required and the position may require interstate travel involving overnight absences.
Desirable Qualifications
Professional certification in project management or business.
Enquiries
Contact: Ilona Horan, Director Corporate Services
Phone: 0402 054 257
Email:
Application requirements
All applications must be submitted online via
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume, together with a Covering Letter (no more than two pages) outlining your skills and experience giving consideration to the key selection criteria and the experience and skills listed in the role description. Applicants must include the contact information of at least two referees with one being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.
Applications close: 07/01/2024 11:45 PM
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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.