The successful candidate will provide leadership in the development of all project documentation and reporting, and apply appropriate project management techniques, methodologies and tools to ensure quality outcomes are delivered. Additionally, you will identify key delivery risks and provide expert review and guidance regarding risk management and mitigation in delivering the project and achieving the benefits.
Reporting / work relationships
The position reports to the Senior Director, Operations Group.
It is anticipated this position will have up to 4 direct reports.
Mandatory qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in project management, organisational change or strategic human resource management will be well regarded.

Role fit

The essential requirements for this role are:

• Demonstrated background in successfully managing and delivering complex projects, applying project methodologies and providing advice on the use of appropriate project management techniques and tools.
• Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to develop innovative and practical solutions for solving problems in complex change programs.
• Proven high-level ability and achievement in leading projects across complex organisations or business areas to support delivery of the organisation's priorities.
• Advanced negotiation, influencing, consultative and interpersonal skills suited to supporting business realignment and process improvement.
• Highly developed communication, negotiation, influencing, consultative, and interpersonal skills suited to supporting business realignment and process improvement.

Behavioural Competencies Required
We are all leaders in the Department of Health, regardless of role or classification level. The department is committed to leadership at all levels of our organisation, in this role you will be required to display the following leadership behaviours:

• Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system
• Gathers insight and embraces new ideas and innovation to inform future practice
• Embraces change and leads with focus optimism in an environment of complexity and ambiguity
• Builds and sustains relationships to enable the collaborative delivery of customer-focused outcomes.

How to apply
Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.

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