Program Support Officer –Governance - (Multiple Positions)

Australian Submarine Agency; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Submarine Agency in Canberra seeks a Program Support Officer – Governance to help deliver the submarine program. You will coordinate governance processes, support administrative activities and contribute to program plans.

The role focuses on developing briefs, reports and submissions for executive and committee consideration, maintaining governance frameworks, and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience providing program support and governance coordination.
• Ability to develop and maintain program processes and governance frameworks.
• Strong written communication for briefs and reports to senior stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with risk management.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Experience applying project management principles across multiple work streams.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support and coordinate administrative activities to ensure the effective delivery of program outcomes.
• Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of program plans, governance processes and reporting mechanisms in accordance with agreed procedures and performance standards.
• Apply project management methodologies and frameworks to support the delivery of administrative and technical work activities.
• Research, analyse and prepare briefs, complex correspondence, reports and submissions for executive and committee consideration.
• Work collaboratively with team members, contribute to a positive team culture and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, understanding and responding to their expectations and concerns.
• Monitor and adapt project management approaches to ensure compliance with relevant legislative, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, analyse and resolve complex issues, using sound judgement and initiative to develop and implement practical solutions.

Skills

Program support

Governance coordination

Administrative services

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

Program Support Officer –Governance - (Multiple Positions)

Australian Submarine Agency – Canberra ACT

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

This role will include the following:

• Provide program management support and coordinate administrative activities to ensure the effective delivery of program outcomes.
• Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of program plans, governance processes and reporting mechanisms in accordance with agreed procedures and performance standards.
• Apply project management methodologies and frameworks to support the delivery of administrative and technical work activities.
• Research, analyse and prepare briefs, complex correspondence, reports and submissions for executive and committee consideration.
• Work collaboratively with team members, contribute to a positive team culture and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, understanding and responding to their expectations and concerns.
• Monitor and adapt project management approaches to ensure compliance with relevant legislative, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, analyse and resolve complex issues, using sound judgement and initiative to develop and implement practical solutions.

About our Team

The Engineering & Technology Program Engineering Branch / Project Management Office integrates and coordinates the Technical Capability Program planning, scope, schedule, cost, risk and performance, governance and reporting and provides support and assurance to branch procurement, contracting and projects. The Project Management Office is structured in teams focused on - Program Planning and Integration, Program Controls, Budget Performance, and Procurement & Contracts

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

• Demonstrated experience providing program support, governance coordination and administrative services in a complex environment.
• Sound ability to develop and maintain program processes, planning activities and governance frameworks that support effective delivery.
• Strongly developed written communication skills, including the preparation of briefs, reports, submissions and correspondence for senior stakeholders.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise judgement, manage risks and identify practical solutions.
• Effectively demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and respond to diverse stakeholder needs.
• Experience applying project management principles and supporting delivery across multiple work streams.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a commitment to quality, continuous improvement and positive team outcomes.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 30 August 2026