Defence Programs Lead: Strategy, Delivery & Growth

Nova Systems; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Parental Leave

Professional and Personal Development

Flexible working

Dress For Your Day

Wellbeing Hub

Employee Assistance Program

Novated Leasing

Employee Share Offer

Job summary

Nova Systems in Canberra is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the effective management of assigned projects, client relationships, people and program operations. You will be accountable for program growth, quality, commercial performance and the successful delivery of contracted services and strategic objectives.

This role offers the chance to influence program direction, work with senior leaders and clients, and create an environment where teams can perform at their best.

Qualifications

• Relevant senior-level industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and delivering successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining strategic relationships with Senior Defence stakeholders, Commonwealth representatives, and industry partners.
• Experience leading, managing and mentoring employees to support performance and development.
• Strong commercial acumen, including the ability to manage budgets and contribute to profitable delivery.
• Well-developed negotiation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead with the General Manager and program leadership peers to implement business strategy and achieve objectives.
• Own program revenue, forecasting, profitability and overall financial performance, ensuring delivery against commercial objectives.
• Coordinate and monitor projects across the program, allocating resources to support effective delivery and maximise value.
• Manage contracted services and outcomes while maintaining quality, commercial performance and alignment with budgets.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with Senior Defence stakeholders, Commonwealth representatives, and industry partners.
• Lead business development activities, including identifying new and follow-on opportunities and contributing to capture and bid development.
• Build and lead a collaborative team through effective people management, regular feedback and capability development.
• Monitor program performance, financial reporting, risk and compliance while driving continual improvement and positive change.

Skills

Program management

Strategic relationships

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Mentoring

Job description

Nova Systems in Canberra is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the effective management of assigned projects, client relationships, people and program operations. You will be accountable for program growth, quality, commercial performance and the successful delivery of contracted services and strategic objectives.

This role offers the chance to influence program direction, work with senior leaders and clients, and create an environment where teams can perform at their best.