Portfolio Manager

The Portfolio Strategic Advisor (Portfolio Manager) within the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) supports effective oversight, coordination and assurance of the digital portfolio. The role contributes to portfolio planning, investment pipeline management, prioritisation, governance reporting and delivery assurance across Digital Services, which is made up of the Information Technology Division (ITD), the Digital Transformation and Delivery Division (DTDD) and the Chief Digital Information Office Division (CDIOD). The role requires strong portfolio management capability, practical project and program delivery experience, established departmental knowledge and the ability to provide timely, credible and practical advice to project teams, governance forums and senior stakeholders. The role operates in a small team environment and is expected to contribute flexibly across EPMO priorities, balancing portfolio governance, investment pipeline support, assurance responsibilities and continuous improvement activities. Key duties and responsibilities The Portfolio Strategic Advisor key duties and responsibilities are as follows:  Coordinate portfolio governance, assurance and reporting activities across inflight projects and the emerging digital investment pipeline. Maintain visibility of portfolio priorities, risks, issues, dependencies and delivery pressures to support informed decision-making by governance forums and senior stakeholders. Support investment pipeline management, including intake, prioritisation, sequencing and alignment of proposed work to departmental objectives and available capacity. Support the implementation, rollout, enhancement, and ongoing adoption of Altus as the Department’s mandated project management tool for portfolio reporting and delivery oversight. Apply practical knowledge of P3M, the DTDD SDLC and the Department’s Project Management Framework to support consistent portfolio and project delivery practices. Provide advice and guidance to project teams on portfolio governance requirements, assurance expectations, project management processes and reporting obligations. Contribute to the delivery of the PM Resource Hub and PM Competency function for ITD, DTDD and the CDIO. Support work arising from the KPMG backlog, including activities that strengthen portfolio assurance, delivery discipline and project management maturity. Develop, maintain and improve portfolio and project management artefacts, dashboards, reports, guidance, templates and supporting materials. Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to identify delivery risks, support issue resolution and promote consistent governance practices across the portfolio. The successful candidate will possess the following skills and capabilities: Demonstrated understanding of portfolio management, project governance, assurance and digital delivery practices. Experience supporting portfolio planning, prioritisation, investment pipeline management, reporting or delivery oversight activities. Practical experience using or supporting Altus or comparable project, program and portfolio management systems. Knowledge of project, program and portfolio management frameworks, including P3M principles and system development lifecycle practices. Ability to analyse portfolio information, identify risks and issues, and provide clear, practical and timely advice to project teams and stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare portfolio updates, governance reporting, briefings and assurance material. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute to team deliverables in a dynamic operating environment. Strategic portfolio analysis, including the ability to interpret portfolio data, identify trends, assess delivery implications and support evidence-based decision-making. Governance and assurance capability, including the ability to apply portfolio, program and project management frameworks in a practical and proportionate way. Investment pipeline and prioritisation skills, including the ability to assess demand, sequencing, dependencies, capacity constraints and alignment to strategic objectives. Stakeholder engagement and advisory skills, including the ability to build credibility, influence outcomes and provide clear, balanced advice to project teams and senior stakeholders. Written communication and briefing skills, including the ability to prepare concise governance papers, portfolio updates, dashboards and assurance material. Risk, issue and dependency management skills, including the ability to identify emerging pressures and support timely escalation or resolution. Continuous improvement mindset, including the ability to strengthen portfolio practices, improve templates and guidance, and support adoption of consistent delivery disciplines. Experience supporting portfolio management, project governance, assurance or delivery oversight activities in a complex organisational environment. Ability to analyse portfolio information and apply project management frameworks, tools and processes to support effective prioritisation, reporting and delivery outcomes. Demonstrated capacity to provide practical advice, prepare high-quality portfolio and governance material, and engage effectively with stakeholders. Ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively and contribute to continuous improvement in a small team environment. Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Extent to which the Seller's response and proposed candidate's CV meets the Department's requirements as outlined within the Requirements section of this RFQ Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited Fewer than 5 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. 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