Project Manager

Department for Child Protection; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid Parental and Partner Leave

Recognition and Growth

Salary Packaging

Job summary

The Department for Child Protection in Adelaide seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution and design of ICT projects in-line with strategic organisational goals. You will apply your project management expertise to drive long-term transformations that heighten business value for the ICT Directorate and the wider DCP community.

You will bring tertiary IT or business management qualifications along with PMP/PRINCE2/Agile certification, and lead cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in IT or Business Management.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile Certification.
• Experience delivering ICT projects in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute and deliver projects within designated timeframes and budget.
• Utilise appropriate tools to oversee operational aspects of a project.
• Generate project reports and proposals that enact suitable recommendations.
• Identify challenges and risks that affect the ICT Directorate and apply mitigation strategies.
• Foster robust partnerships with the ICT Leadership Team to facilitate a cohesive working environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Management theories

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or Business Management

PMP/PRINCE2/Agile Certification

Job description

Role Status: Full-time temporary vacancy available until 1 July 2027
Remuneration: ASO7 ($116,089 - $125,490) plus 12% superannuation

Our metropolitan Adelaide team is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution and design of ICT projects in-line with strategic organisational goals. Your breadth of experience and relevant project management certifications will be highly beneficial in a role that directly shapes project performance. This strategy-based position will facilitate long-term transformations that heighten business value and DCP’s ability to respond to rising challenges.

Desirable Qualifications:

Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Business Management or other relevant discipline.

PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile Certification.

In this role, you will:

• Execute and deliver projects within designated timeframes and budget to maintain the value of technological investment and management
• Utilise appropriate tools to oversee operational aspects of a project
• Generate project reports and proposals that enact suitable recommendations during a project cycle
• Identify challenges and risks that affect the ICT Directorate and apply appropriate mitigation strategies
• Foster robust partnerships with the ICT Leadership Team to facilitate a cohesive and prosperous working environment.

About you:

You have proven competencies in executing successful ICT solutions in complex environments

You possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with leadership and clearly articulate nuanced topics and problems

You are financially literate and can skilfully manage budget estimates

You have extensive knowledge of management theories, processes and methods

You exhibit passion and commitment in attaining valuable outcomes for the ICT department and the wider DCP community.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under theyour capabilitiessectionof the attached role description. Please also note anyspecial conditionsthat may be listed.

Want to know more?

Contact Mrs Donna Radcliffe–Senior Manager, Project & Change Management for a confidential discussion

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.