Project Manager
We are recruiting for a Project Manager for our client, a Canberra based federal government agency.
The area where this work will be undertaken are seeking experience and motivated Project Managers to assist with major ICT Projects in the Division.
Estimated start date: Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Initial contract duration: 12 months
Extension term: 12 months
Experience level: EL1 equivalent
Location of work: ACT
Working arrangements: Onsite
Maximum hours: 40 hours per week
Security clearance: Baseline clearance is required.
Applications close Thursday April 23, 2026.
Please note we can only accept responses from candidates with an existing baseline clearance.
Key duties and responsibilities
Project Managers will be required to:
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers.
Research, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project or program initiatives.
Negotiate and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective communication, coordination and collaboration for timely and successful outcomes.
Identify and resolve project-related issues and challenges.
Provide management, coordination, governance and assurance of complex projects.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in an agile environment to deliver agreed outcomes.
Represent the team and branch in project governance meetings and provide clear up to date reports on status and the implications of risks on projects to ensure the success of projects.
Oversee project resources to ensure a high performing, motivated and well-developed team that delivers results.
Use project management tools to drive successful outcomes, covering areas such as risk management, quality management, financial management, procurement, strategy, resource management, project briefs and post-implementation reviews.
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
A minimum of 5 years' experience leading complex ICT projects and programs in Federal Government.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers.
Experience with/ and application of project management frameworks and methodologies including waterfall and Hybrid Agile.
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including Departmental Executive.
Submissions
Please provide a one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria, in addition to a resume of no more than three pages, contact details for two referees and your preferred daily rate.
Why Data Knowhow?
As a contractor with Data Knowhow, you will be provided with mentoring and training to advance your career opportunities - we are keen to support you in your career journey and expand future opportunities for you. Data Knowhow provide expertise in data management, analytics and communication, with our staff mentoring and supporting you during your placement with our clients.
Data Knowhow provides EAP services managed by Wisdom Wellbeing (https://www.wisdomwellbeing.com/au/) and salary sacrificing opportunities offered through Simplygreen (https://www.simplygreen.com.au/).
12% superannuation is provided on top of your requested daily rate if you are successful in this position.
We are continually expanding our offerings to make life as a Data Knowhow employee a valuable experience.
Applications close Thursday April 23, 2026.
Position contact
Lisa Cornish
Director, Data Knowhow
lisa.cornish@dataknowhow.com.au
+61 412 073 873
