Program Manager

The client is seeking an experienced and skilled program manager to manage and lead the program.

• The Deliverables for the Program Manager include, but are not limited to the following
• Critically review work to date, relevant documentation and status of the TGA Transformation Program ("the Program"), including through discussions to identify and document a program of work going forward
• Establish a program management office, ensure relevant program management artefacts are in place and provide program management oversight and leadership of the Program and the program management office
• Provide expertise and strategic views and input to proposed business process, design, architecture, data and infrastructure solutions - ensuring alignment with broader Departmental objectives
• Manage and report on the Program's progress, budget, acceptance of deliverables, risk and mitigations, including Departmental-wide reporting processes
• Report weekly to the Health Products Regulation Group (HPRG) Executive and escalate issues in a timely manner, including providing advice on relevant matters pertaining to the Program
• Management governance requirements of the Program including documentation associated with and coordination of the TGA Transformation Board (and other relevant Boards as required)
• Work collaboratively with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Information Technology Division (ITD) to ensure the program activities are accountable, aligned with Department and Program objectives, and deliver leading edge technological approaches through appropriate and transparent delivery models aligned with Department requirements
• Manage relevant Australia Public Service staff, contractor and vendors associated with the Program, including where relevant, in consultation with ITD and / or the CIO, and provide support and mentoring to relevant staff in Program Management Office or business areas to assist in meeting Program objectives and deliverables
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with technical professionals, project team members and internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery of the Program within timelines and budget
• Prepare and / or deliver a range of presentations and communications to internal and external stakeholders regarding the Program
• Participate in, and contribute to, performance discussions as required or directed by the Contract Manager
• Working arrangements

Preference is for successful applicants to work from the Canberra office for a minimum of 3 days per week. Remote / flexible work arrangements can be discussed with the specified personnel's manager upon commencement, and a Working from Home Agreement must be formalised.