Project Manager - Funding & Strategic Programs
Project Manager - Funding & Strategic Programs
$115,000 + Super + NFP Salary Packaging | Hybrid Working
Lead the delivery of a high-profile Commonwealth-funded program. A well-established not-for-profit is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead one of its largest and most strategically important funding programs.
This is a newly created and business-critical role within a growing PMO function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of a major Commonwealth-funded initiative. You'll oversee project delivery, financial management, compliance, reporting and stakeholder engagement, ensuring successful outcomes while maintaining strong governance and funding obligations.
This is a highly visible role that will see you partnering closely with senior leaders, internal stakeholders and external partners, helping shape both the ongoing success of the program and the future growth of the PMO function.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the PMO Manager, you'll become the central point of coordination for a significant funding program, managing activities from planning and implementation through to reporting, compliance and stakeholder engagement. You'll oversee program deliverables, monitor budgets, coordinate reporting obligations and ensure all activities remain aligned with funding requirements and organisational objectives.
Success in this role will require strong project management capability, excellent communication skills and the confidence to influence stakeholders, drive accountability and keep projects moving forward.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major Commonwealth-funded program
Manage program budgets,



expenditure tracking and financial reporting
Coordinate reporting obligations, governance activities and compliance requirements
Prepare high-quality reports for leadership and key stakeholders
Monitor milestones, deliverables, risks and program performance
Ensure adherence to audit, funding and contractual obligations
Build strong relationships across the organisation and wider stakeholder network
Facilitate meetings and drive accountability across project teams
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process enhancement
Act as the key point of contact for program-related activities and enquiries
About You
We're seeking an experienced Project or Program Manager who thrives in a collaborative workplace and enjoys balancing governance, stakeholder engagement and delivery outcomes.
You may come from backgrounds including:
Project Management
Program Management
Government-Funded Programs
Grants & Funding Management
Public Sector Projects
Infrastructure or Capital Works Programs
Not-for-Profit Program Delivery
You'll bring:
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects or programs
Strong financial management and budget oversight skills
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capability




Exceptional written communication and report-writing skills
Experience preparing reports for leadership teams and external stakeholders
Strong compliance, governance and risk management experience
Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail
The confidence to influence outcomes and hold stakeholders accountable where required
Highly Regarded
Experience managing government-funded programs
Exposure to grants administration or funding agreements
Experience with compliance, acquittals and audit requirements
Experience using Monday.com or similar project management platforms
Experience within not-for-profit, membership-based or community-focused organisations
Why Join?
$115,000 + Super
NFP salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
Hybrid working arrangement (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Tuesday office collaboration day
Newly created role with significant organisational visibility and influence
Opportunity to shape processes, introduce new ideas and make the role your own
Business-critical position leading one of the organisation's largest funded programs
Growing PMO environment with strong organisational support
Regular exposure to senior leadership and key decision-makers
Interstate travel opportunities
Meaningful work delivering lasting outcomes across communities
This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created role and take ownership of a significant funding program within a respected not-for-profit. If you're a relationship-driven Project Manager with robust governance, reporting and stakeholder management skills, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Project Manager - Funding & Strategic Programs (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Melbourne