Portfolio Office Manager

Reporting to the Director Technology Strategy and Architecture, NHVR is looking for a seasoned and experienced Portfolio Office Manager who will manage and optimise the IT project portfolio with a strong emphasis on investment management, appropriate governance, transparent reporting, scheduling, and benefits realisation.

Working collaboratively with the Strategic Delivery Office, this role oversees a large and complex portfolio of projects to deliver measurable business value, whilst ensuring prudent and effective management of Data & Technology finances in partnership with the CTO, Directors and Finance division.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Manage prioritisation and transparent reporting of Data and Technology (D&T) projects in alignment with strategic budgets and outcome value. 
• Establish and drive a dynamic portfolio management approach, with controlled fund releases, traceability of approvals and benefit commitments.
• Working in partnership with the Strategic Delivery Office, influence the establishment of standardised practices and methods for delivery of D&T projects.
• Produce high-quality reports for executive management, presenting insights and recommendations to enhance D&T portfolio outcomes.
• Lead the planning, scheduling, and coordination of portfolio activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and within resource constraints
• Monitor dependencies across the D&T portfolio and project timelines, assess potential bottlenecks, and implement strategies to maintain schedule fidelity in partnership with Sponsors and Project Managers.
• Develop a benefits realisation strategy to ensure projects deliver anticipated business outcomes
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive alignment and support for portfolio initiatives, particularly where intervention on underperforming projects may be required
• Provide comprehensive, pro-active services and reporting to enable the D&T leadership team in the management of the division’s finances in partnership with the Finance team.

About You

• Minimum of 5 years experience in IT portfolio management which will be supported by a Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.
• Advanced certifications such as PMP or MoP is highly desirable.
• Be highly competent in building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration
• Have proven capability in management of financial aspects of portfolio and project management, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Be skilled in definition of Benefits frameworks and management, ensuring that projects deliver anticipated benefits and value

Your strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with a track record of successful delivery and benefits realisation, excellent leadership and communication skills will enable you to add genuine value in the role.  In addition, stakeholder management skills proven in a complex regulated environment and proficiency in portfolio management tools and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills will ensure you thrive in this role.

Application Process

Please apply with your CV, qualifications/certifications and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 5.00pm 20 June 2025 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team on recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.