Test Manager

The Test Manager is responsible for leading the transfer of testing services, knowledge, assets, frameworks and operational practices from external vendors to internal Agency teams. The role supports delivery of the ASM Transition Program work packages, including the transition of API Gateway testing services, while leading the migration of test management capabilities from ALM to Azure DevOps (ADO). The position establishes governance frameworks, knowledge transfer processes and capability uplift initiatives to retain critical testing intellectual property within the Agency, reduce vendor dependency and minimise delivery risk. To be eligible for this role, candidates must be Australian Citizens, pass a Police Check and be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.  Candidates assessed as suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list.  Key duties and responsibilities Lead planning, coordination and execution of testing transition activities associated with ASM vendor transition initiatives. Develop and implement transition frameworks, governance processes, capability uplift plans and knowledge transfer activities. Lead migration of testing assets, processes, traceability and reporting from ALM to Azure DevOps. Coordinate transition activities between vendors, Technology Delivery teams, project teams and business stakeholders to ensure continuity of testing services. Establish and maintain documentation, knowledge repositories and operational handover artefacts to retain Agency intellectual property. Monitor and report on transition progress, risks, issues and dependencies through governance and executive reporting forum. 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. Demonstrated experience leading complex testing, technology or service transition programs within large organisations with experience managing vendor transitions, knowledge transfer activities or capability uplift initiatives. Weighting: 35% 2. Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, test management processes and quality assurance practices and experience with enterprise test management platforms, including Azure DevOps, ALM or similar tooling. Weighting: 30% 3. Demonstrated ability to develop transition frameworks, operating models, governance processes and implementation plans. Weighting: 20% 4. Proven stakeholder engagement, communication and facilitation skills with the ability to influence outcomes across technical and business teams. Weighting: 10% 5. The Agency requires all employees to have the ability to use AI in their day-to-day role. This includes the ability to use AI appropriately, enhance quality and efficiency, and (for more senior roles) improve or transform ways of working. Weighting: 5% Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 3 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia