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BAackfilled Project Support Officer – Finance
(PUBLISHED 14/02/25)
RFQ-DM-ASD-22279 BACKFILLED
Role:
Project Support Officer – Finance
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT
Start date:
ASAP
(dependant on time frame to determine an OSA outcome)
Contract Expiry:
24 September 202
6
+ 2 x 12-month extensions
Contract terms
: contract is based on 240days per annum, at 8hours per day
Clearance:
TSPV and preferably current ASD OSA/DISA
Closes:
Friday 21st February 2025
.
—
as this is a backfill role, the opportunity will close once a suitable candidate is identified by the business area. As such, we strongly recommend you provide a CV and rates as soon as possible.
Role Description
The Project Support Officer is responsible for the financial management of the project in accordance with Commonwealth Rules and Regulations. Areas of responsibility includes project accounting, audit, budgetary controls, procurement and monitoring of project and financial performance/progress. The successful candidate will be required to work cohesively and communicate effectively with other project team staff and stakeholder groups.
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Senior Project Manager
(PUBLISHED 30/01/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01417 SOW 1
Role:
Senior Project Manager
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT
Work Arrangements:
5 days per week (estimated 40-hour week) using a mixture of on-site (ACT) and work from home (WFH) arrangements.
Start date:
30th June 2025
(dependant on time frame to determine an OSA outcome)
Contract Expiry:
12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions
Clearance:
TSPV. ASD will sponsor an existing TSPV clearance.
Closes:
If you wish to put forward a submission for this RFQ please email your response to us by
9:00am Tuesday 18th February 2025
. The role officially closes 11:59pm on Thursday 20th February 2025 - we will be flexible of course, but please keep us informed of your intent and submission progress.
Role Description
ASD requires a Senior Project Manager to provide effective leadership and direction of one or more multi-phase complex Information Communications and Technology (ICT) projects. The initial phase involves developing the document suite and managing the Government 2-pass approvals process. Later phases may include capability acquisition and delivery.
The Senior Project Manager must be able to receive general instruction from executive staff and collaborate across a broad range of stakeholders who have diverse objectives to ensure project scope, plan and deliverables are within the agreed time, budget and quality parameters.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Provide leadership and management of a multi-disciplined project team and supervise and oversee all aspects of very complex project activities including finance, commercial, technical, risk, schedule, human resources and industry relationships.
Accountable for managing and leading a team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people.
Provide strategic advice to senior management, project teams and stakeholders on whole of life considerations.
Review established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies and advise on the development of project management best practice and the Australian Signals Directorate reform initiatives.
Integrate risk and opportunity management into planning, decision making and priority setting.
Build and sustain a network of key stakeholders, communicate with influence and negotiate effectively.
Engage and influence the Australian Signals Directorate senior leadership and provide key link between senior executives and the Australian Signals Directorate employees.
Assess and evaluate project performance against agreed plans and implement strategies to achieve project outcomes.
Initiate resolution of issues by identifying and developing solutions through analysis of alternative courses of action and their implications.
Accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, share own expertise with others, guide and mentor less experienced staff and work collaboratively to achieve business outcomes.
Technical skills:
Holds a bachelor’s degree in business (management) or related field.
Able to apply project management methodologies, e.g. PRINCE2
Proficiency using project management tools.
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senior Project Officer
(PUBLISHED 03/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01
607 SOW 1
Role:
Senior Project Officer
Skills Required:
PRMG 4, REQM 4, RLMT, (APS6 equivalent)
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12
months (+ 2
x
12 month extensions)
Part time arrangements:
Not Mentioned
Clearance:
NV2 minimum TSPV Preferred
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by
8 am,
Thursday 20th
of February
.
Role Description:
ASD requires
multiple Senior Project Officers
to fill positions across the organisation. A merit pool will be created for future positions that may arise.
Job Description:
he Project Manager will work independently with reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. They will provide detailed project management technical, professional and policy advice in relation to complex work and contribute to strategic planning, program and project management and policy development. They may be accountable to set work priorities and manage workflows.
Job duties and responsibilities may include:
Manage a range of project activities and coordinate project inputs in accordance with organisational practices, methods and standards appropriate to the complexity of the project.
Responsible for the management of schedule, risk, budget and resources, preparation of briefings, submissions, reports and returns relating to the project progress and issues in accordance with organisational requirements.
Apply established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies.
Identify risks and opportunities and take account of these in planning, decision making and priority setting.
Build and sustain stakeholder engagement including the ability to communicate with influence and negotiate effectively.
Work collaboratively by building effective relationships with team members and actively participating in group activities.
Analyse project performance against agreed plans and develop and initiate strategies to achieve project outcomes.
Resolve issues by identifying and developing ideas through analysis of alternative courses of action and their implications.
Provide input into the development of project planning, performance, cost and schedule documents and work breakdown structures in accordance with agreed procedures and performance standards.
Prepare correspondence, briefs and reports as directed including submissions and documents for higher delegate and committee consideration.
Analyse and ensure compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.
Conduct other project-related tasks within the scope of the stated APS level, as required by the assigned work area.
Technical skills:
Currently undertaking or holds certification in project management, or other relevant qualifications. • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a project manager role or similar. • Able to apply project management methodologies, e.g. PRINCE2. • Proficiency using project management tools.
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Project Support Officer
(PUBLISHED 03/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01
608 SOW 1
Role:
Project Support Officer
Skills Required:
MEAS 4, MEAS 5, PROF 3, (APS4 equivalent)
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12
months (+ 2
x
12 month extensions)
Part time arrangements:
Not Mentioned
Clearance:
NV2 minimum TSPV Preferred
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by
8 am,
Thursday 20th
of February
.
Role Description:
ASD requires
multiple Project Officers
to fill positions across the organisation. A merit pool will be created for future positions that may arise.
Job Description:
ASD expects these candidates will be able to provide specialist and administrative support that is informed and directed by sound knowledge in specific areas and may undertake some research and analysis activities.
The PSOs will be accountable under limited direction to perform and achieve moderately complex project work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to have a good understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and ASD’s mission and policy requirements.
The PSOs will be accountable for organising their workflow, making decisions within their defined parameters relating to area of responsibility and will seek guidance when required. They may exercise some discretion with respect to how legislation, procedures and guidelines are interpreted and applied to their work. They will provide administrative support that is informed and directed by their knowledge of the function. They may undertake some research and analysis activities. They may be required to engage and communicate with stakeholders to identify, respond and provide advice on issues to achieve work unit and the Australian Signals Directorate outcomes.
Job duties and responsibilities may include:
Assist with project support tasks including the administration and coordination of project and/or program documentation.
Accountable to contribute to the ongoing application of project and/or program planning and scheduling.
Understand the reasons for decisions relating to project and/or program support and the broader impacts and implications of activities.
Apply knowledge and experience of legislation, policies, strategies and team plans to program support work.
Work collaboratively and operate as an effective team member. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on moderately complex operational and administrative matters.
Build and sustain productive working relations both internally and externally including capability development teams.
Take the initiative to progress work and prioritise taskings to meet business objectives.
Evaluate and provide advice on capability or proposals.
Maintain project financial records under the direction of the Project Manager.
Conduct other project-related tasks within the scope of the stated APS level, as required by the assigned work area.
Technical skills:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a PSO or similar role. • Knowledge of project management methodologies, e.g. PRINCE2 • Experience working with Microsoft 365 and other software applications.
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Project manager
(PUBLISHED 03/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01
598 SOW 1
Role:
Project Manager
Skills Required:
PRMG 5, REQM 5, RLMT 6, (EL1 equivalent)
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12
months (+ 2
x
12 month extensions)
Part time arrangements:
Not Mentioned
Clearance:
NV2 minimum TSPV Preferred
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by
8 am,
Thursday 20th
of February
.
Role Description:
ASD requires
multiple Project Managers
to fill positions across the organisation. A merit pool will be created for future positions that may arise.
Job Description:
The Project Managers will exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role. They will exercise sound decision-making and judgement to provide expert policy advice. They will have in-depth knowledge of the project management function and are responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work within that function. They will engage in complex to very complex problem solving and issues management and may coordinate and perform detailed or sensitive projects that impact on strategic, political or operational outcomes for the Australian Signals Directorate. They will be responsible for actively managing key stakeholder relationships and will be required to identify relevant stakeholders’ expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes. They will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing improvement and professional development of their work area.
Job duties and responsibilities may include:
Provide leadership and management of a multi-disciplined project team and coordinate project activities including support to strategic planning, governance functions and human resource management.
Accountable for managing and leading a team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people.
Responsible for the management of schedule, risk, budget and resources, preparation of briefings, submissions, reports and returns relating to the project progress and issues in accordance with organisational requirements.
Apply established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies.
Identify risks and opportunities and take account of these in planning, decision making and priority setting.
Build and sustain stakeholder engagement, including the ability to communicate with influence and negotiate effectively.
Influence and motivate team members and actively lead group activities.
Analyse and interpret project performance against agreed plans and develop and evaluate strategies to achieve project outcomes.
Takes the initiative to resolve issues by identifying and developing ideas through analysis of alternative courses of action and their implications.
Accountable to manage a range of project activities and coordinate project inputs in accordance with organisational practices, methods and standards appropriate to the complexity of the project.
Prepare correspondence, briefs and reports as required including submissions and documents for higher delegate and committee consideration.
Interpret and ensure compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.
Conduct other project-related tasks within the scope of the stated APS level, as required by the assigned work area.
Technical skills:
Holds certification in project management, or other relevant qualifications. • Minimum 4 years’ experience in a project manager role or similar. • Able to apply project management methodologies, e.g. PRINCE2 • Proficiency using project management tools.
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requirements manager
(PUBLISHED 05/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01638 SOW 1
Role:
Requirements Manager
Skills Required:
REQM 5, BENM 5, PROF 5
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT
Start date:
30 May 2025
Contract Expiry:
12 Months = 2 x 12 Month extensions
Part time arrangements:
Not Mentioned
Clearance:
TSPV
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by 8am
Monday 24th of February 2025
.
Role Description:
Manage the continuous business improvement process for the Project Office.
Maintain accurate project records to comply with ASD record keeping policies and audit activities.
Ensure all work completed meets quality standards and quality control measures.
Engage relevant stakeholders in requirements related matters including conducting interviews, workshops, obtaining written submissions and analysing documentation.
Manage the Requirements Engagement and Change processes.
Facilitate and coordinate work take on and prioritisation triage activities.
Coordinate evolving project requirements.
Manage the implementation of a Benefits Realisation process.
Codification and transfer knowledge relating to activities and work under the contract to Commonwealth officers.
Technical skills
Experience in major ICT project formal design reviews.
Experience working with Microsoft 365 and other software applications.
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project officer
(PUBLISHED 07/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01713 SOW 1
Role:
Project Officer
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
Tuesday, 01 July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12 months + 2 x 12-month extension
Clearance:
ASD has noted they would accept NV1 however they will prioritise NV2 & TSPV recourses.
Closes
: Please email your response to us by
8.00am 26th of February 2025.
Please note, our clients often restrict the number of candidates we can submit requiring Keane to shortlist candidates. We need time for this so please provide applications before the date listed in
bold
above. We will be submitting the above role by COB Friday 28th February 2025.
Skills Required:
PROF 3, BUDF 2, CSMG 3
Role Description:
ASD expects these candidates will demonstrate technical expertise and be able to undertake work that is complex in nature. They will be able to operate with limited direction. They will be accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to their area of responsibility. They are accountable to have and maintain a well-developed understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and ASD’s mission and policy requirements.
The PSOs will be accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to their area of responsibility. They will interpret and provide advice within the project control function based on legislation, policy and procedures. They will undertake specialist research and analysis, conduct reviews and perform procedural and administrative support work to achieve results. They will also coordinate and contribute to the work of a team consistent to a work plan and provide advice and assistance on methods of task completion to team members.
Job Duties and Responsibilities may include:
Accountable to contribute to the development and maintenance of project, program and/or portfolio planning and performance processes in accordance with agreed procedures and performance standards.
Assist with preparations for project test, evaluation and acceptance programs.
Apply project management methodologies to administrative and technical activities.
Research, draft and prepare briefs, correspondence and reports including submissions for committee consideration.
Work collaboratively, operate as an effective team member and provide constructive feedback.
Engage with relevant stakeholders and understand their expectations and concerns.
Adjust project management methodologies to comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.
Resolve problems using expertise, taking the initiative to identify alternative courses of action.
Maintain project financial records under the direction of the Project Manager.
Conduct other project-related tasks within the scope of the stated APS level, as required by the assigned work area.
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project managers
(PUBLISHED 13/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASA-01793 SOW 1
Role:
Project Manager(s)
Client:
Australian Submarine Agency (ASA)
Location:
Canberra (ACT)
Start date:
Monday, 17 March 2025.
Contract Expiry:
12 months + 12-months
Clearance:
NV2 Minimum
Closes:
please email your response to us by
9.00am Monday 24th February 2025.
Please note, our clients often restrict the number of candidates we can submit requiring Keane to shortlist candidates. We need time for this so please provide applications before the date listed in
bold
above. The role officially closes with the client 11.59pm 26th February 2025 - please keep us informed of your intent and submission progress.
Skills Required:
FMIT 4; CIPM 5; PRMG 5; REQM 4; RLMT 5
Role Description
The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) requires specialist ICT Project Managers to manage a diverse range of technical projects to support the nuclear-powered submarine (SSN) capability as part of AUKUS. The ICT Project Manager is responsible for contributing to the planning and implementation of projects, including defining the scope and requirements, developing policies, plans and schedules, managing the project’s budget, overseeing and planning resource allocation and work packages, managing risks and issues and communicating formally and informally on the project’s progress. The Project Manager will oversee projects under limited direction. The Project Manager will be a highly organised, dynamic, outcome orientated individual with excellent communication skills who can think critically and utilise their excellent problem-solving skills, as well as undertake negotiations, delegate effectively, and make timely decisions. The Project Manager will take full responsibility for the definition, approach, facilitation and satisfactory completion of medium to large scale ICT projects across the ACT, SA, VIC and WA.The Project Manager will provide effective leadership to the project team, adopt appropriate project management methods and tools, manage the change control process and assess and manage risks. The Project Manager will ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and deliver regular and accurate communication to stakeholders through the appropriate Project and Program boards. The Project Manager must ensure that project deliverables are completed within agreed cost, timescale and resource budgets, and are formally accepted by appropriate stakeholders.
Key duties and responsibilities
Lead complex ICT projects in the planning, management and delivery of new capability and system enhancements.
Establish and maintain project planning artefacts in accordance with the endorsed project management methods and ensure their continued suitability to define, control and manage all work associated with a project.
Undertake project risk management to identify, analyse, evaluate, treat and review risks and issues.
Plan and manage phases of system development or enhancement including requirement analysis, system design, testing, implementation and transition to operations.
Engage with stakeholders and manage and influence their requirements and expectations through the life of the project and support project governance bodies as necessary.
Achieve project deliverables in accordance with the approved project scope, meeting quality standards and quality control measures.
Draft policies and technical documentation to support the relevant systems.
Codification and Transfer of knowledge relating to work activities undertaken under this contract to Commonwealth Officers.
Technical skills
Essential: 5 years’ experience as an ICT Project Manager, including expertise in project and resource planning, cost estimation, managing project governance, risk & issue management, financial management, knowledge of IT systems design and development processes. Capacity to deliver projects in complex, resource-constrained environments. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills.
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business analysts(s)
(PUBLISHED 05/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01633 SOW
Role:
Business Analyst(s)
Skills Required:
BSMO 3, BPRE 5, BUSA 4, REQM 4 (BUAN)
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD
)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date
:
Tuesday, 01 July 2025
Contract Expiry:
15 months duration (+ 2 x 12-month extension)
Clearance:
TSPV
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by
9.00am Wednesday 26th March 2025.
Role Description:
The Business Analyst will work independently with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes of their work. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. They will provide detailed ICT business analysis technical, professional and policy advice in relation to complex work and contribute to strategic planning, program and project management and policy development. They will have considerable level of stakeholder engagement and may/will liaise with stakeholders in relation to complex issues. They will be required to identify, anticipate and respond to stakeholders’ needs and expectations to achieve work unit and agency outcomes.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Accountable for analysing stakeholder objectives and the underlying issues arising from investigations into business needs problems and opportunities.
Develop plans and select appropriate techniques at the correct level of detail to meet assigned objectives.
Provide advice and guidance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Identify potential business benefits and options to realise business improvements.
Build and sustain effective relationships with team members and actively participate in teamwork and group activities.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders and subject matter experts to gain commitment to business objectives.
Investigate business needs, problems and opportunities and contribute to business improvements.
Resolve problems in collaboration with stakeholders taking the initiative to identify alternative courses of action.
Accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes, share own expertise with others and guide and mentor less experienced employees.
Appraise and verify new and updated business outcomes to ensure it meets Defence requirements.
Technical skills
Holds a Bachelor degree or Diploma in business, business analytics or information technology
Proficient in business intelligence tools, e.g. Power BI and Tableau
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business analysts(s)
(PUBLISHED 05/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01634 SOW 1
Role:
Senior Business Analyst(s)
Skills Required:
BSMO 4, BPRE 5, BUSA 5, REQM 5 (BUAN)
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD
)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date
:
Tuesday, 01 July 2025
Contract Expiry:
15 months duration + 2 x 12-month extension
Clearance:
TSPV
Applications Close:
please email your response to us by
9.00am Wednesday 26th March 2025.
Role Description:
The Business Analyst is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve very complex ICT business analysis work within an integrated workforce. They will exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a subject matter expert role. They will exercise sound decision making and judgement to provide expert policy advice. They will have in-depth knowledge of the ICT business change function and are responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work within that function. They will be responsible for actively managing key stakeholder relationships and will be required to identify relevant stakeholders’ expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes. They will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development of their work area.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Accountable for investigating business needs, problems and opportunities and recommend effective business processes.
Prepare or contribute to business cases which define potential benefits and options for achieving these benefits through development of new or changed processes.
Advise stakeholders and colleagues on the choice of techniques, tools and processes required for modelling and analysis activities and tasks.
Apply knowledge of business analysis methods and techniques, modelling and quality assurance techniques to understand and articulate business processes and contribute to business outcomes.
Build and sustain relationships with a range of stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to identify their needs, reach agreement on the business objectives and gain commitment to achieving results.
Assess and evaluate a range of artefact such as business requirements, specifications and feasibility studies.
Analyse very complex ICT business problems and apply expertise to identify and recommend courses of action.
Accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, share own expertise with others and guide and mentor less experienced employees.
Identify potential business benefits and options to realise business improvements.
Contribute to improvements in information systems and information management practices and procedures.
Technical skills
Holds a Bachelor degree or Diploma in business, business analytics or information technology
Proficient in business intelligence tools, e.g. Power BI and Tableau
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product manager
(PUBLISHED 10/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-0711 SOW 1
Role:
Product Manager
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
1st July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12 months + 1 x 12-month extensions
Clearance:
NV2 and
TSPV. ASD will sponsor an existing TSPV clearance.
Closes:
If you wish to put forward a submission for this RFQ please email your response(s) to us by
8:00am Monday 3rd March 2025.
Please note, our clients often restrict the number of candidates we can submit requiring Keane to shortlist candidates. We need time to do this so please provide applications before the date listed in
bold
above. The role officially closes with the client:
Tuesday, 4th March 2025 at 11:59pm, please keep us informed of your intent and submission progress.
Skill Level:
PRMG 5 Project manager
RLMT 5 Stakeholder relationship management
PROD 5 Product management
Role Description:
The Product Manager will work under limited direction and demonstrate advanced project management and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, critical thinking and problem solving expertise. The Product Manager is responsible for leading and contributing to the planning and implementation of projects, including defining the scope and requirements, developing plans and schedules, managing project budget, overseeing and planning resource allocation and work packages, managing risks and issues and communicating both formally and informally regarding project progress.
Job duties and responsibilities may include:
Accountable for providing leadership and direction to ensure a high-level of integration and consistency in the management of projects and products within the Australian Signals Directorate Capability Programs.
Accountable for managing and leading a team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people.
Accountable for planning and managing allocated resources, setting program priorities, workflows, work area strategies and evaluating business outcomes.
Accountable for the development, implementation and monitoring of program strategies, plans and risks, enabling delivery and reporting on the requirements and expectations of the management of the Australian Signals Directorate assets.
Provide strategic direction and clearly articulate goals to achieve program, project and product objectives in accordance with the Australian Signals Directorate policies and procedures.
· Build and sustain productive working relationships between the Australian Signals Directorate groups, and industry to support the Australian Signals Directorate Capability Programs.
Engage, negotiate and sustain working relationships on very complex issues to understand and influence the stakeholder requirements.
Analyse and implement program management options that achieve optimal use of the Australian Signals Directorate assets.
Drive change management strategies and provide clear direction to manage performance and meet program delivery schedules.
Technical skills:
Formal qualifications in Project Management, Business Management or related field
Project Methodology certification. (E.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, SAFe)
Proficiency in Atlassian suite of products, including JIRA, R4J, Xray and Confluence.
Work Arrangements:
Onsite,
working arrangements will be at the discretion of the assigned work area, subject to operational need. Due to the nature of ASD’s operations, not all work areas can accommodate work from home. Most roles are based in Canberra. However, ASD may be able to accommodate candidates in the Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth facilities.
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product manager
(PUBLISHED 10/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01710 SOW 1
Role:
Product Manager
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
1st July 2025
Contract Expiry:
12 months + 1 x 12-month extensions
Clearance:
NV2 and
TSPV. ASD will sponsor an existing TSPV clearance.
Closes:
If you wish to put forward a submission for this RFQ please email your response(s) to us by
8:00am Monday 3rd March 2025.
Please note, our clients often restrict the number of candidates we can submit requiring Keane to shortlist candidates. We need time to do this so please provide applications before the date listed in
bold
above. The role officially closes with the client:
Tuesday, 4th March 2025 at 11:59pm, please keep us informed of your intent and submission progress.
Skill Level:
PRMG 6 Project Manager
CIPM 6 Organisational Change Management
PROD 6 Product Manager
BURM 5 Risk Management
Role Description:
The Product Manager will work under limited direction and demonstrate advanced project management and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, critical thinking and problem solving expertise. The Product Manager is responsible for leading and contributing to the planning and implementation of projects, including defining the scope and requirements, developing plans and schedules, managing project budget, overseeing and planning resource allocation and work packages, managing risks and issues and communicating both formally and informally regarding project progress.
Job duties and responsibilities may include:
Accountable for providing leadership and direction to ensure a high-level of integration and consistency in the management of projects and products within the Australian Signals Directorate Capability Programs.
Accountable for managing and leading a team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people.
Accountable for planning and managing allocated resources, setting program priorities, workflows, work area strategies and evaluating business outcomes.
Accountable for the development, implementation and monitoring of program strategies, plans and risks, enabling delivery and reporting on the requirements and expectations of the management of the Australian Signals Directorate assets.
Provide strategic direction and clearly articulate goals to achieve program, project and product objectives in accordance with the Australian Signals Directorate policies and procedures.
Build and sustain productive working relationships between the Australian Signals Directorate groups, and industry to support the Australian Signals Directorate Capability Programs.
Engage, negotiate and sustain working relationships on very complex issues to understand and influence the stakeholder requirements.
Analyse and implement program management options that achieve optimal use of the Australian Signals Directorate assets.
Drive change management strategies and provide clear direction to manage performance and meet program delivery schedules.
Technical skills:
Formal qualifications in Project Management, Business Management or related field
Project Methodology certification. (E.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, SAFe)
Proficiency in Atlassian suite of products, including JIRA, R4J, Xray and Confluence.
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senior business analyst
(PUBLISHED 11/02/25)
RFQ-LH-ASD-01610 SOW 1
Role:
Senior Business Analyst
Skills Required:
BSMO 6, BPRE 6, REQM 6, BUSA 6
Client:
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
Location:
ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
Start date:
Tuesday, 01 July 2025
Contract Expiry:
15 Months + 2 x 12-month extension
Clearance:
TSPV
Closes:
Please email your response to us by
9.00am Tuesday 4th March 2025.
Please note, our clients often restrict the number of candidates we can submit requiring Keane to shortlist candidates. We need time for this so please provide applications before the date listed in
bold
above. The role officially closes with the client
11.59pm Thursday 6th March 2025
- please keep us informed of your intent and submission progress.
Skill Level:
BSMO 6, BPRE 6, REQM 6, BUSA 6
Role Description:
Senior Business Analysts will exercise a significant degree of independence and perform an important leadership role. They will be responsible for influencing and developing strategies, policies, priorities and operational practices in support of Australian Signals Directorate objectives based on high level decision making and judgement. They will provide strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders as well as leading and assuming accountability for very complex work that have strategic, political or operational significance. They will have extensive knowledge relating to the methodology, systems and procedures within the ICT business change function and have the ability to translate this into strategy. They will provide a strategic level of specialist, professional and technical expertise, potentially relating to the work of different function areas. They will initiate, establish and maintain strong relationships with a network of stakeholders internally and externally and will have the ability to recognise shared agendas and work toward mutually beneficial outcomes.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Accountable for providing leadership and direction to ensure a high-level of integration and consistency across the Australian Signals Directorate ICT business analysis function.
Accountable for managing and leading an ICT team, including providing clear and consistent communication, setting clear performance and behavioural standards, managing performance, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people.
Accountable for managing allocated resources, setting work area priorities, workflows, developing strategies and evaluating business outcomes.
Manage the design and execution of business process tests, usability evaluations, networks and business trials, confidence tests.
Responsible for business analysis within a significant segment of an organisation where the advice given and decisions made will have a measurable impact on the profitability or effectiveness of the organisation.
Advise stakeholders and colleagues on the choice of techniques, tools and processes required for modelling and analysis activities and tasks.
Draw upon knowledge of business analysis methods and techniques, modelling and quality assurance techniques to understand and articulate business processes and contribute to business outcomes.
Engage and influence the Australian Signals Directorate senior leadership and provide the key link between senior executives and Australian Signals Directorate employees.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to identify their needs, reach agreement on the business objectives and gain commitment to achieving results.
Analyse very complex ICT business issues, applying expertise to identify and recommend courses of action.
Assess and evaluate ICT business improvement processes, strategy, initiatives, projects, policies and procedures.
Accountable for investigating business needs, problems and opportunities and recommend effective business processes.
Technical skills
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Business Analyst or similar role. • Proficient in business intelligence tools, e.g. Power BI and Tableau • Desirable: Bachelor degree in business, business analytics, information technology or related field.
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