Government Recruitment Service
About the Role:
This senior role leads a team of project delivery professionals within the Project Delivery and Change Directorate, overseeing a substantial 35bn portfolio of major projects. The role is critical in planning, prioritization, and assurance of departmental transformation, setting standards for project delivery excellence. The position requires leadership, strong scrutiny, and performance reporting to the Investment Committee.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee DBTs Major Projects Portfolio (approximately 35bn).
- Provide scrutiny, assurance, and performance reporting to the Investment Committee.
- Define strategies and standards for project delivery, leading capability development.
- Coherently and assuringly manage a large portfolio of critical projects.
- Provide insight and advice to inform investment decisions and prioritization.
- Set standards for Project Delivery and define the strategic vision for the function in DBT.
- Drive capacity and capability among Project Delivery Professionals.
- Oversee all facets of the Project Delivery Function, ensuring robust policies and frameworks are in place.
- Partner with Senior Programme Leaders as a trusted advisor.
- Lead a team of Project, Programme, and Portfolio subject matter experts.
- Be an integral member of the Project Delivery and Change senior leadership team.
Skills and Expertise:
- Proven leadership experience in project delivery.
- Experience leading large, complex project portfolios.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strategic thinking and planning capabilities.
- Deep understanding of project management methodologies.
- Strong experience in performance reporting.
- Knowledge of the Infrastructure Projects Authority (IPA).
Why Join Us:
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital area of departmental transformation. The opportunity to shape project delivery strategy within DBT is attractive. Working alongside a team of over 100 professionals, the role will contribute to achieving the Department’s strategic goals, providing a platform for personal and professional development. Join a team committed to impactful economic growth within the Department.