• $119,198 + 17% Super
• 35-hour work week
• Managing a team of BA’s

The role

The scope of the portfolio/program for this role is all business opportunities, projects and system releases being lead by the Enterprise Services function and also managing the regular testing of business continuity processes - engaging with the wider IS Division and relevant business groups.

What you will be doing

• Lead a team of business analysts (and, as required, other assigned staff).
• In conjunction with the business, support and progress the development and approval of  medium to large projects through the required governance bodies for the Idea/Concept and Business Case project phases .
• Develop annual and multi year plans in alignment with business and technology architecture roadmaps and University strategy.
• Lead and manage the planning and delivery of key operational projects and enhancement initiatives, for the portfolio.
• Manage team/s to ensure program business objectives are achieved on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement program management plans to ensure the success of the program, for the portfolio.
• Ensure all medium to large business change initiatives within scope are appropriately funded, resourced and successfully managed to completion (including assisting the planning of the PBTO, as required).
• Work with project managers, business analysts, team leaders/managers and applications service managers to deliver business change program.

About you

You will be a highly motivated individual, with a strong capability to multi-task. You will possess solid organisational and interpersonal skills. Ideally you will also be able to operate as a bridge linking technology and business focused audiences in a seamless manner to align and deliver positive outcomes.

You have:

• Extensive experience and skills in portfolio/program and project management for medium to large, complex IT programs or projects. 
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of business cases, leading business analysis and managing medium to large-scale initiatives.
• Experience and skills in leading and governing business and enterprise portfolios/programs and projects in an IT environment.

We Are

Accountable, innovative, connected, caring

For over 50 years, La Trobe has been one of Australia's pioneering universities. We are now recognised as one of the world's leading universities, and our success is a direct result of our world-class research and teaching – and the talent and commitment of our people.

Our university culture is safe, inclusive, accountable and everyone is respected and supported to be their best. We are globally connected, we care about what we do and why we do it, and we drive innovation.

Join us at La Trobe, where today’s uncertainties are tomorrows possibilities.

Benefits

• 17% Super!
• Staff development and training
• Employee assistance programs
• Health fund
• Salary packaging
• Onsite child care facilities at our beautiful Bundoora campus
• Flexible work arrangements

Sound Good? Here’s how to apply

Submit a cover letter, an up to date copy of your resume. Good luck!

To be considered for this position, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to obtain or currently hold a valid Working with Children Check.