Associate Director, Program Management

IQVIA Inc; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Complex and impactful projects

Collaborative and supportive team

Career development and growth

Job summary

IQVIA in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Program Management to lead the planning, delivery, and governance of complex technology programs. You will manage scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder engagement to achieve strategic outcomes.

The role requires strong leadership, change management, and analytics, with a track record of delivering multi-project portfolios and mentoring teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience managing complex technology projects and programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage scope, budgets, timelines, and risks.
• Experience driving organisational change and process improvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and validate project and program scope, plans, timelines and success metrics.
• Manage project delivery, budgets, resources and milestones for successful outcomes.
• Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on project performance and portfolio indicators.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders for alignment and support.
• Drive organisational change initiatives associated with project delivery.
• Develop and improve processes, frameworks and resources to enhance outcomes.
• Mentor and support team members throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with standards, delivery methodologies and governance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Budget & schedule control

Risk management

Change management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (or related field)

Job description

Location: Melbourne, VIC
Employment Type: Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Program Management to lead the planning, delivery, and governance of complex technology projects and programs. This role will be responsible for managing project scope, schedules, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and successful project outcomes across multiple initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Define and validate project and program scope, plans, timelines, and success metrics.

Manage project delivery, budgets, resources, and milestones to ensure successful outcomes.

Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Monitor and report on project performance and portfolio indicators.

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to secure alignment and support.

Drive organisational change initiatives associated with project delivery.

Develop and improve processes, frameworks, and resources to enhance project outcomes.

Mentor and support team members throughout the project lifecycle.

Ensure compliance with organisational standards, delivery methodologies, and governance requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience managing complex technology projects and programs.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and risks.

Experience driving organisational change and process improvement initiatives.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on complex and impactful projects.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Program Management Director?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years experience in Risk Management do you have?
• Do you have Process Development experience?
• How many years' experience do you have with change management?

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Medical Devices 1,001-5,000 employees

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry dedicated to creating intelligent connections that deliver unique innovations and actionable insights. We work alongside customers and partners to be a catalyst for innovation in healthcare. IQVIA helps speed drug development, ensure product quality and safety, improve commercial effectiveness, get the right treatments to patients, improve access and delivery of healthcare, and ultimately drive better health outcomes.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry dedicated to creating intelligent connections that deliver unique innovations and actionable insights. We work alongside customers and partners to be a catalyst for innovation in healthcare. IQVIA helps speed drug development, ensure product quality and safety, improve commercial effectiveness, get the right treatments to patients, improve access and delivery of healthcare, and ultimately drive better health outcomes.