ERP Project Manager

This position sits within the Corporate Branch and is responsible for the delivery and implementation of the Digital Transformation Agency’s (DTA) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, Corporate, the ERP Project Manager will lead and oversee the project from conception through to full implementation, ensuring that objectives are achieved on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards. The role is central to strengthening the Agency’s corporate capability and supporting its broader digital transformation agenda. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader with a proven track record in managing complex ICT projects, particularly large-scale ERP or enterprise system implementations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management expertise, exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic oversight with operational delivery. Please note: This role will be largely based in Canberra but may require interstate travel. Key duties and responsibilities Project Planning & Governance Develop and deliver a comprehensive project plan covering all phases: design, build, data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), training, go-live, and transition to business-as-usual. Establish and manage governance frameworks, including preparation of reports for the ERP Steering Committee, the Executive Board, and other governance forums. Stakeholder Engagement Work with internal business areas (Finance, HR, Procurement, ICT) to capture requirements and ensure system alignment. Build strong relationships with external vendors, contractors, and whole-of-government stakeholders to manage delivery outcomes. Act as a key point of contact for steering committee discussions, providing evidence-based advice on risks, dependencies, and decision points. Delivery & Risk Management Oversee all project phases, ensuring milestones are met on time, within scope and budget, and at the required quality. Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, with timely escalation and mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with Commonwealth Procurement Rules, PSPF, ISM, and DTA digital standards. Leadership & Coordination Lead a multidisciplinary project team including business analysts, change managers, and technical specialists. Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment, providing direction and mentoring to support delivery excellence. Quality Assurance & Reporting Track and report progress against milestones, deliverables, and quality standards. Prepare executive-level briefings and status reports, ensuring transparency to senior stakeholders and committees. Change & Adoption Develop and implement change management and communications strategies to support user adoption. Work with the People and Culture team and Change Manager to coordinate training activities, ensuring equitable access and effective learning outcomes. Capture lessons learned through post-implementation reviews.   Essential •    Demonstrated experience delivering SAP S/4HANA projects. •    Demonstrated experience delivering ICT implementation projects in the Australian Public Service. •    Strong track record of managing full project lifecycle phases (requirements, design, data migration, UAT, training, deployment, and post-go-live). •    Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, including participation in steering committees and executive-level governance. •    Excellent leadership skills with proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments. •    Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive briefings and complex reports. •    Solid understanding of APS corporate processes (finance, HR, procurement) and ICT governance. Desirable •    Project management certifications. •    Knowledge of Commonwealth cyber and security frameworks (PSPF, ISM). Security Clearance level required: Baseline (or ability to obtain and maintain). To be eligible for employment with the DTA applicants must be an Australian citizen.  An applicant's suitability for employment with the DTA will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes an Australian Police check. The DTA is an inclusive employer where capabilities, skills and backgrounds are valued and relied upon. The DTA seeks applications from all candidates and are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports employees to reach their full potential.  Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters. Essential criteria Weighting 1. Project Management: Level 6 (SFIA) Takes full responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of complex projects. Adopts and adapts project management methods and tools. Ensures that effective project monitoring and control processes, change control, risk management and quality processes are employed and maintained. Monitors and controls resources, revenue and capital expenditures against the project budget. Manages the expectations of key project stakeholders. Weighting: 35% 2. Stakeholder relationship management: Level 5 (SFIA) Identifies the communications and relationship needs of stakeholder groups. Translates communications/stakeholder engagement strategies into specific activities and deliverables. Facilitates open communication and discussion between stakeholders. Acts as a single point of contact by developing, maintaining and working to stakeholder engagement strategies and plans. Provides informed feedback to assess and promote understanding. Facilitates business decision-making processes. Captures and disseminates technical and business information. Weighting: 35% 3. Quality Management: Level 5 (SFIA) Ensures that projects, teams and functions have appropriate practices in place and are meeting required organisational quality levels. Advises on the application of appropriate quality management techniques and standards. Determines areas where existing processes should change from analysing audit findings. Facilitates improvements to processes by changing approaches and working practices, typically using recognised models. Takes responsibility for controlling updating and distributing organisational standards. 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