Agile Project Manager
Australian Department of Parliamentary Services · Canberra ACT ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Project management
An Agile Project Manager in the Parliamentary Library's Library Collections and Systems branch at Parliament House, Canberra, leading ICT and Library projects end to end. Day to day they manage Agile delivery in Azure DevOps, oversee sprint cycles, budgets and timelines, coach teams on Agile practices, and coordinate with internal teams, vendors and parliamentary departments. On-site role requirin
Salary: Competitive Salary with 15.4% superannuation.
The Opportunity
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 1 (PEL1) Agile Project Manager within Library Collections and Systems.
The Agile Project Manager role sits within the Library Collections and Systems Branch, delivering critical digital systems and innovative projects for the Parliamentary Library.
You will lead ICT and Library projects, manage Agile delivery using Azure DevOps, and support adoption and continuous improvement of Agile practices in the Library. You will manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met. You will oversee sprint cycles and Agile workflows, driving collaboration and continuous improvement across teams. You will build productive relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and parliamentary departments to keep projects aligned and successful.
This is a unique opportunity to lead projects that directly support the Parliament of Australia, working with business and technical specialists to deliver meaningful change and improve services for clients. Based in the iconic Parliament House, the role offers benefits including free parking and access to onsite facilities such as gym, swimming pool and tennis courts.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in delivering complex ICT and/or Library projects. You will be confident managing multiple streams of work with competing priorities, using Agile methodologies. You will be an effective communicator and facilitator, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and vendors and experienced in navigating government procurement processes. Importantly, you will bring a collaborative mindset and a passion for Agile coaching, supporting teams and stakeholders to adopt and mature Agile practices across the library.
Job Specific Requirements:
- Certifications and experience using AgilePM, Agile Scrum, Prince2 Agile, Prince2 or other industry standard frameworks/methodologies.
- Experience using Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for Agile project delivery.
- The position is based in Canberra and requires on-site attendance.
- The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.
At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.