Program Lead – Enterprise Portfolio Management Office

Program Lead – Enterprise Portfolio Management Office

WHY US:
We believe in the future of Liverpool and that our future is best described in the Community Strategic Plan (CSP).
We’re a connected team with a shared purpose, determined to get the best results on the things that matter most for our community and people. We live our culture with a mindset of “A better way – every day.”

JOB DETAILS          
1 X Permanent full Time           35 hours, 5 days/week             Competitive Salary

JOB DESCRIPTION
We’re looking for a Program Lead to establish and drive Council’s Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO). This role oversees governance, integrated portfolio planning, delivery assurance and executive reporting across major transformation and strategic initiatives.

Working with senior leaders, the Program Lead ensures transparent portfolio reporting, proactive management of risks and dependencies, and strong stakeholder engagement. The role is key to embedding contemporary portfolio management practices that improve delivery certainty, organisational capability and strategic outcomes.

ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise programs, portfolios or PMOs within complex organisations.
• Experience establishing or maturing Portfolio Management Offices or Program Management Offices.
• Strong understanding of portfolio governance and delivery assurance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience developing integrated master schedules.
• Experience developing Executive reporting and dashboards.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating Executive governance forums.
• Strong understanding of benefits management and benefits realisation.
• Experience managing enterprise risks, issues and interdependencies.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Excellent written communication skills including Executive and Board-level papers.
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capability.
• Advanced organisational and planning skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
• Flexible work arrangements – work from home and office.
• Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD and
• Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume. 

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CLOSING    8PM 18th September 2026

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Fiona Brady, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]