Lead, Project and Program Management

As the Lead, Project and Program Management, you will be providing leadership to the a number of Program and Project Management team whilst having Delivery Management oversight and input across the project portfolio.

This will start as 1 year maximum term role initially.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the successful delivery of strategic projects and programs, ensuring scope, time, budget and quality objectives are met with measurable member and commercial outcomes.
• Providing leadership, mentoring and career development pathways for Program and Project Managers, fostering a high-performing and capable team.
• Driving project governance by overseeing financials, risks, scope and issue management, ensuring standards are applied consistently across all initiatives.
• Coordinating interdependencies across projects and business areas, supporting effective resource planning and pipeline forecasting in partnership with senior leaders.
• Acting as an escalation point for project teams, stakeholders and customers, ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective decision-making.
• Managing allocation of work, resource utilisation and the cost allocation model to maximise efficiency and value from RAC’s investment in projects.
• Championing a centre of excellence for program and project management, embedding best practice processes, tools and frameworks.
• Promoting collaboration and continuous improvement by enabling cross-functional teamwork, innovation, and alignment to RAC’s purpose, mission and vision.

What are we looking for in you?

• Ability to build strong relationships, effectively navigate through a complex organisation with multiple stakeholders and develop resources in a matrix structure.
• Ability for planning and prioritising work to meet commitments aligned with organisational goals.
• Extensive experience in successful delivery of complex business-led transformation programs.
• Experience in leadership position for large customer-focused organisation in similar role.
• Significant experience in leading a cross functional teams and management of stakeholders.
• Relevant Project Management qualifications is required (e.g PRINCE2 Practitioner level, PMBOK).
• Tertiary qualification in a related field is required (desireable).
• Post Graduate Qualification in a related field (or progression towards) is desirable.

What can we offer you? 

• Work with a team that is trying new and creative things in a changing environment. 
• Join a team that values personal development and enables continuous learning opportunities, and career progression within a supportive and growth-focused environment. 
• Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including temporary remote work options and a focus on work-life balance. 
• Contribute to high-impact projects or products that directly enhance RACWA's services to its members and the community. 
• Be part of an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees. 
• Take advantage of a strong focus on employee wellbeing, including mental health support, wellness programs, and fitness incentives. 
• Engage in meaningful community and social responsibility initiatives that align with RACWA's values and mission. 

About Rac

RAC WA is a member-focused organisation dedicated to serving the Western Australian community. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable, and connected future for all Western Australians. 
RAC values inclusivity, diversity, and flexibility in the workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome everyone. For assistance during the application process, contact jason.crooks@rac.com.au. #LI-JC1