Program Manager

Location: Canberra ACT
Security Clearance: NV1 / NV2 / TSPV Required
Employment Type: Contract / Permanent

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong background in government program delivery stakeholder engagement operational coordination and learning & development within public sector environments.

The successful candidate will manage end-to-end program activities support strategic initiatives coordinate stakeholders and ensure successful delivery outcomes across complex government programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate stakeholders across government agencies vendors and internal teams.
• Develop program documentation governance reports and communications.
• Support onboarding training and workforce capability initiatives.
• Manage risks issues dependencies and escalations.
• Ensure compliance with government frameworks and operational policies.
• Facilitate workshops stakeholder meetings and training sessions.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across programs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven Program Management experience within Australian Government or public sector environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience managing learning & development onboarding or workforce programs.
• Strong reporting governance and coordination capability.
• Ability to manage competing priorities within fast-paced environments.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Experience within Government environments.
• Exposure to Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Experience managing procurement vendors or training providers.
• Workshop facilitation and operational support experience.

Candidate Requirements

• Australian Citizenship required.
• Active NV1 / NV2 / TSPV Security Clearance mandatory.
• Canberra-based candidates preferred.