Defence Program Manager

 

 

Major Tasks:

• Coordinate the various pursuits and programs (collectively the ‘book of business’) for Oracle’s work with the ADF
• As a subject matter expert, actively drive the success of Oracle’s program engagement with Defence programs
• Support the Strategic Client Director and Defence team with expert advice on Defence program management functions
• Manage the strategic risks and issues associated with Oracle’s engagement with the Department of Defence
• Commercial manager (inc authority to operate) for DoD engagements
• Attend Defence Procurement and Program Management meetings where Oracle requires representation
• Work collaboratively across line of business to support all Oracle programs at Defence
• Use existing network within Defence to create channels for future growth

 

 

Experience:

• Worked as a Defence Progam Manager on a joint or Single Service program
• Ex military officer at minimum Major(E)  rank ], Joint experience mandatory, Staff College and/or CTMC graduate highly preferred, operational experience highly desirable, multi-national experience highly desirable, WOG or multi-agency experience desirable
• Detailed understanding of the Defence Capability Life Cycle (CLC) mandatory
• Proven delivery using at least two Project/Program Management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, AGILE, MSP,  APF, Waterfall, PMBOK etc.) mandatory
• Experience in, and knowledge of Defence Procurement processes highly preferred
• Preferred background in, and understanding, of  Defence CIOG, highly desirable
• Min clearance NV1 mandatory, NV2 (or higher) preferred
• Experience in contract negotiations and contract management highly desirable
• Highly developed verbal presentation skills mandatory
• Highly developed written skills mandatory
• Exceptional ability to develop positive, lasting, client relationships and internal relationships mandatory
• Proven ability to create and lead teams and maintain team cohesion in high pressure environments highly preferred
• Proven ability to resolve issues, and manage risk mandatory
• Background in Stakeholder engagement and management highly preferred

 

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