AI Job Summary

- Hold a current AGSVA NV1 security clearance.
- Deliver Defence projects via Approach to Market, procurement or acquisition lifecycle.
- Develop Defence procurement artefacts, including Statements of Work and scope documents.

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Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Pay Rate

$180,000 AUD – $190,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

Canberra (ACT) Based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively.

IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to support a Defence program office in delivering procurement and contract establishment activities. Working closely with the Product Director, you’ll lead the coordination and delivery of procurement documentation, governance inputs and tender evaluation activities to support successful Approach to Market outcomes.

This is a highly visible role that calls for strong stakeholder engagement, solid project governance and genuine Defence procurement experience — driving deliverables from planning right through to execution.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate day-to-day project activities and Approach to Market deliverables




- Develop and review procurement documentation, including Statements of Work and scope documents
- Manage project schedules, milestones, dependencies and reporting
- Facilitate requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops and risk management activities
- Coordinate engagement across Defence stakeholders, industry partners and program teams

Required

- Current NV1 security clearance
- Demonstrated experience delivering Defence projects through an Approach to Market, procurement or acquisition lifecycle
- Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, governance, reporting and risk management
- Experience developing Defence documentation such as Statements of Work and procurement artefacts
- Proven stakeholder engagement skills across complex Defence or Government environments

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we’re a tight-knit team working across some of Australia’s most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

We can offer great work, great people, great culture, outstanding conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you’ll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

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