Job no: 0063323
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Chief Operating Officer Portfolio; Business Services
Salary: UOM 9 – $139,693 – $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- Oversee the IT investment planning and delivery cycle, aligning strategic vision and business objectives with IT governance and project delivery practices
- Champion effective IT governance by fostering cross-team collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The IT Portfolio Lead plans and evaluates delivery across the University’s IT portfolio to ensure alignment with organisational and technology strategies. You will also be responsible for facilitating right-sized, integrated governance mechanisms for effective decision-making. Work with executive stakeholders, project and operational teams to champion effective IT governance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the annual IT investment planning cycle, liaising with executive stakeholders, and developing information gathering requirements for project teams.
- Ensuring consistent project delivery practices across the Portfolio, facilitating information flow, and providing clear guidance on process and requirements.
- Maturing capacity planning capabilities and coordinating service management activities for the IT function.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced IT Portfolio leader with exceptional stakeholder management skills and a passion for technology-led business outcomes! You will establish clear, effective practices and processes across domains and thrive in navigating a large, complex organisation. A curious mind and an eye for detail are key, as you'll work with multiple senior and executive stakeholders to develop high-quality reports and artefacts. Bonus points for experience with IT project methodologies!
You will also have:
- A degree in commerce/business, information technology or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- A collaborative, outcome-focused approach, with an emphasis on building strong relationships and collaborating across work groups.
- Exceptional written communication skills particularly in preparing high quality materials for senior stakeholders that convey complex information effectively
- Demonstrated ability to collect, analyse and synthesise technical and business information.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Business Services
Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University. The Planning and Assurance team works with the leadership team across these functions to ensure service delivery meets operational and strategic needs and that opportunities for improvement are prioritised and implemented. The team also support planning and governance for the portfolio and delivers people initiatives that make Business Services a dynamic and rewarding place to work.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
