Assistant Program Manager in Canberra

Assistant Program Manager in Canberra

Canberra Full-Time 61650 - 75350 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive project planning and risk management for a Defence ICT team.
  • Company: Join a specialist Defence team focused on impactful projects.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to work in Defence.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and secure environment.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of Defence ICT while enhancing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: 12+ years in project support with strong communication and organisational skills.

The predicted salary is between 61650 - 75350 $ per year.

We’re seeking an experienced Level 3 Assistant Program Manager to drive forward work planning, project and risk management, for a specialist Defence ICT team.

You’ll help deliver the annual program of work, manage budget and phasing, and coordinate vendors and stakeholders.

  • What you’ll do
  • Shape and deliver forward work plans and annual programs
  • Build and maintain program management artefacts
  • Plan and phase the annual budget
  • Lead project management, risk and work take-on processes
  • Engage vendors, projects and stakeholders across Defence and industry
  • Turn technical requirements into deliverable work packages
  • Support senior management with business and governance
  • Highly desirable
  • 12+ years in project or program support, ideally in secure Defence ICT
  • Proven program management experience
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder skills
  • Solid grasp of business processes and strategy
  • MS Office and Jira proficiency

Desirable

  • Project or program management qualifications
  • Knowledge of the Defence Capability System
  • ADF network integration experience (tactical, operational and strategic interfaces)
  • Organisational and project risk management experience
  • PGPA Act delivery experience
  • Agile tools experience
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Assistant Program Manager in Canberra employer: Jigsaw Notions

Jigsaw Notions is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals in ICT procurement. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor others while enhancing your own skills through hands-on training and knowledge sharing. Located in Australia, we offer competitive salaries and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.

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Contact Details:

Jigsaw Notions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Program Manager in Canberra

Project Management
Risk Management
Budget Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Leadership Skills
Organisational Skills
Communication Skills