Senior Project Manager/Support Officer – NV1 clearance

We are seeking a highly capable Senior Project Manager to support the early-stage establishment of a Strategic Industry Partnership (SIP) framework for a Federal Government agency. This role will work closely with the project executive to design foundational documentation, coordinate internal stakeholder engagement, and help shape the project's strategic direction. As the project evolves, the PM will play a key role in engaging with technology industry partners to support a scalable, multi-capability supplier ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Establishment & Coordination
  • Assist the project executive in standing up the SIP initiative through structured planning, scheduling, and tracking activities.
  • Develop and maintain project artefacts including plans, schedules, risk logs, action registers, briefing packs, and decision records.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Map, engage, and manage internal and external stakeholders across government and industry.
  • Support the coordination of cross-agency discussions and working groups as required.
• Communication & Reporting
  • Prepare executive-level briefings, status reports, and meeting packs to support governance and decision-making.
  • Ensure information is clearly communicated and tailored for technical, business, and executive audiences.
• Industry Engagement
  • Coordinate with selected suppliers and potential vendors to facilitate early engagement.
  • Apply commercial and procurement awareness to support the evolution of the SIP framework.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure project documentation and practices align with government procurement, security, and reporting frameworks.
  • Work across classification levels where needed, ensuring data is appropriately handled.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Proven experience in project management or senior project officer roles within the public sector.
• Demonstrated experience supporting technology and/or professional services engagements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including confidence working with senior executives and industry partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to produce structured documentation and briefings independently.
• Active NV1 security clearance.
• Experience delivering or supporting projects across multiple security classification levels.
• Familiarity with supplier engagement processes and panel establishment in government settings.
• Canberra preferred (hybrid work arrangements may be considered)

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