Agile Project Manager

Australian Department of Parliamentary Services; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gym access

Swimming pool

Tennis courts

Job summary

Australian Department of Parliamentary Services in Canberra seeks an experienced Parliamentary Executive Level 1 (PEL1) Agile Project Manager to drive ICT and Library projects within the Library Collections and Systems Branch. You will lead Agile delivery, manage Azure DevOps workflows and ensure timely, budgeted outcomes, while fostering collaboration across internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires strong Agile coaching abilities, multi-stream execution, and the capacity to

Qualifications

• Certifications in AgilePM, Agile Scrum, Prince2 Agile, Prince2 or similar frameworks.
• Experience using Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for Agile project delivery.
• Based in Canberra; on-site attendance required.
• Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICT and Library projects using Agile methodologies across multiple streams.
• Manage Agile delivery, sprint cycles and workflows to meet timelines and budgets.
• Build productive relationships with internal teams, vendors and departments.
• Coach teams and stakeholders to mature Agile practices within the Library.

Skills

Agile project management

Stakeholder communication

Facilitation

Agile coaching

Vendor management

Canberra-based collaboration

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Australian Department of Parliamentary Services – Canberra ACT

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1 (PEL1) Agile Project Manager within Library Collections and Systems.

The Agile Project Manager role sits within the Library Collections and Systems Branch, delivering critical digital systems and innovative projects for the Parliamentary Library.

You will lead ICT and Library projects, manage Agile delivery using Azure DevOps, and support adoption and continuous improvement of Agile practices in the Library. You will manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met. You will oversee sprint cycles and Agile workflows, driving collaboration and continuous improvement across teams. You will build productive relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and parliamentary departments to keep projects aligned and successful.

This is a unique opportunity to lead projects that directly support the Parliament of Australia, working with business and technical specialists to deliver meaningful change and improve services for clients. Based in the iconic Parliament House, the role offers benefits including free parking and access to onsite facilities such as gym, swimming pool and tennis courts.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in delivering complex ICT and/or Library projects. You will be confident managing multiple streams of work with competing priorities, using Agile methodologies. You will be an effective communicator and facilitator, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and vendors and experienced in navigating government procurement processes. Importantly, you will bring a collaborative mindset and a passion for Agile coaching, supporting teams and stakeholders to adopt and mature Agile practices across the library.

Job Specific Requirements

• Certifications and experience using AgilePM, Agile Scrum, Prince2 Agile, Prince2 or other industry standard frameworks/methodologies.
• Experience using Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for Agile project delivery.
• The position is based in Canberra and requires on-site attendance.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.