ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY12 Months with 12 Month ExtensionCorroboree Talent is seeking an accomplished Head of Programs to lead the strategic direction, governance and delivery of a complex, high‐profile program within a Federal Government environment.This senior position offers significant autonomy and accountability.
You will oversee program priorities, budgets, risks and delivery arrangements while providing authoritative advice to senior decision‐makers.The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with practical delivery experience and be comfortable operating in a fast‐paced environment involving multiple workstreams, delivery partners and senior stakeholders.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead the strategic direction, design and continued development of a complex program and its related workstreamsOversee program implementation, budgets, governance, procurement, contracts, grants and risk managementEstablish clear priorities, performance expectations and delivery standardsLead and support a multidisciplinary team of program managers, project officers and specialist personnelMonitor program performance and provide regular financial reports, forecasts and delivery updatesProvide authoritative advice to senior executives on program delivery, funding, procurement and emerging risksBuild productive relationships with government stakeholders, delivery partners, industry representatives and other external organisationsSupport steering committees and other formal governance arrangementsIdentify delivery issues early and implement practical, outcomes‐focused solutionsEnsure activities are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation,



policies, procedures and guidelinesABOUT YOUYou will be an experienced senior program leader with a robust record of delivering complex, high‐value initiatives, ideally within a government or similarly regulated environment.You will bring:Extensive strategic and operational program management experienceExperience delivering multi‐million‐dollar, multi‐stream or multi‐jurisdictional programsStrong budget, contract, procurement, governance and risk management capabilityDemonstrated experience leading staff, contractors and specialist consultantsThe ability to set strategic direction while maintaining oversight of practical deliverySound judgement when determining priorities, allocating funding and managing complex risksExperience contributing to strategic initiatives aligned with government policyStrong written communication, reporting and senior briefing skillsConfidence engaging with senior decision‐makers, government representatives and external delivery partnersThe ability to work autonomously, adapt quickly and perform effectively under limited supervisionExperience in international, policy, capacity‐building or technology‐related programs will be highly regardedMANDATORY REQUIREMENTSAustralian citizenshipA minimum Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance is required before commencementAbility to work onsite in CanberraAvailability to commence as soon as practicableWORKING ARRANGEMENTSThis position is based onsite in Canberra.
Flexible working arrangements may be considered by prior agreement; however, fully remote work is not available.
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