In-Demand Director of program management Jobs in Belconnen, Act

Classification: Infrastructure Officer 4
Salary: $150,407 - $170,037 plus superannuation
Position No: 71267
Directorate: Suburban Land Agency
Advertised (Gazettal date): 02 September 2026
Contact Officer: Murray Nichol on (02) 6205 9379 or (02) 6205 9379

Details: Help shape Canberra’s future by managing land development and urban renewal projects that support the Territory’s housing, economic and community objectives.

The Suburban Land Agency (SLA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Program Management and Controls Director who will provide strategic program management, governance and project controls to support the successful delivery of the Land Strategy and Feasibility Program (the Program).

The role integrates program controls, governance, scheduling, reporting and assurance activities to support effective planning, informed decision-making and project readiness. Working collaboratively across the Agency, the role provides oversight of program performance, risks, dependencies, budgets and key milestones while driving continuous improvement in project management practices and organisational capability.

If you are passionate about creating great places, working collaboratively across Government and contributing to the future development of Canberra, we encourage you to apply

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements:

hold a relevant professional qualification or accreditation with a professional body recognised within Australia; or
hold a relevant building degree; or have significant building or Infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience.

Note: This is a temporary position available 1 October 2026 for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit:

A supporting statement, addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and the Behavioural Capabilities of not more than two A4 pages outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role.
A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available 1 October 2026 for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.

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