Head of Enterprise Project Management

Job Description

Join to apply for the Head of Enterprise Project Management role at City of Melbourne . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Role Overview Managing a diverse and complex portfolio of projects. Deliver programs that contribute to the city’s long-term vision. About City Of Melbourne Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here. We are the City of Melbourne, a place to be bold and inspirational. About The Role The Head of Enterprise Project Management is an exciting and newly established role that takes on the responsibility of leading critical programs within the City of Melbourne, ensuring they are aligned with the city’s strategic priorities and deliver impactful outcomes. In this influential role, you will manage a diverse and complex portfolio of projects, driving them to completion on time, within budget, and in line with organisational objectives. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the selection, prioritisation, and execution of projects to ensure they deliver value and meet timelines, budgets, and scope. Developing and facilitating project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices across the organisation. Assuring that projects align with the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives. Providing a strong understanding of project management, governance, compliance standards, and facilitating effective policies and procedures across multiple teams and departments. Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks across the portfolio. Providing executive leadership with transparent, actionable insights through consistent reporting and performance metrics. Monitoring project budgets and expenditures, ensuring financial control and cost-effectiveness across the project portfolio. Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, challenges, and trends to ensure project execution aligns with the business environment. Promoting a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating project processes and outcomes, implementing lessons learned. What You Will Bring To The Role A relevant tertiary qualification in Program Management or related discipline or comparable level of professional experience. Several years’ experience in a consulting or government environment with a primary focus on program management. High level of demonstrated experience in development of reports and dashboards for Executives and Project Managers. Previous business transformational program or project leadership experience that demonstrates the ability to deliver strategic outcomes on time and on budget in complex environments. Ability to create relationships to manage difficult conversations. Passion for continuously improving project management processes, staying updated with the latest industry trends. Proficiency in navigating and influencing across departments, fostering collaboration between business units. Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of independent governance frameworks and methodologies. Experience in setting up and monitoring benefit, risk issue, and change-control processes. Ability to set a high ethical standard for the organisation’s project management practices. How To Apply This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your leadership experience as we embark on this transformative journey at CoM. As part of the online application form you are required to: Attach your updated resume. Attach a cover letter detailing your motivations for applying for this position. (Maximum 1 page) Please address your cover letter to Justin Randle - Director Enterprise Planning and Insights and submit your application by 11:45pm on 23rd February 2025. City of Melbourne conducts safety screening processes for all employees including a Police and Working with Children Check. The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. We encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability, and age. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr