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Full Time / OngoingClassification: GO8 ($129,904.59 + Superannuation)Be part of a progressive team using your digital expertise to support the growth of South Australias fastest-growing Council.Are you a Digital Project Manager who loves a challenge and thrives in fast-paced, ever-evolving environments? Were looking for someone who gets excited by complex digital projects and isnt afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the details. With a strong pipeline of diverse and technically demanding work ahead, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact while growing your skills in a collaborative, ambitious team.We wont pretend everythings perfect, were still evolving, and thats part of what makes this such an exciting place to be. If youre someone who embraces change, enjoys solving tricky problems, and isnt fazed by a little chaos, youll fit right in. Bring your experience, your curiosity, and your can-do mindset, and help us shape the future of our digital delivery.About The Role And Your TeamAs the Manager - Digital Projects, you will oversee the City of Playfords digital projects, handling all aspects of project delivery including team management, budget oversight, scope definition, and schedule adherence. You will also drive high levels of stakeholder engagement and collaboration, guiding digital projects through their entire lifecycle. The Manager - Digital Projects will also develop and lead a team of professionals who provide digital project expertise and support to the organisation.To thrive in this role, you will leverage your expertise in digital projects, leadership, and stakeholder engagement. You Will:Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects, including planning, scoping, budgeting, and scheduling.Identify opportunities for improvement and guide your team to innovate and solve problems.Manage risks, dependencies, and issues while ensuring clear documentation and resolution.Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and project teams, including leading regular stand-ups and meetings.Drive team alignment with project management best practices and Council frameworks.Oversee project changes, contract variations, and ensure compliance with records management requirements.Support change management and produce high-quality documentation, reports, and updates.Be a forward-thinker who identifies opportunities for improvement and inspires your team to innovate and solve problems.For a detailed overview of position responsibilities please refer to the Position Description attached to this advertisement.About YouTertiary qualification in a relevant field.Project management certification from a recognised body (desirable).Extensive experience managing digital and technology projects end to end.Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and frameworks.Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.Experience leading project teams and managing staff performance.Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver on organisational objectives.Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to quality customer service.Confident problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively manage risks and issues.More informationIf you believe you have the knowledge, skills, and experience to excel in this role and would like further information, please contact Dimity Burgess, Acting Senior Manager Information, Technology & Governanceon 08 8256 0462.What are you waiting for? Apply today!Applications close at 9:00am on Monday, 23 June 2025The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance.If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager''s contact details above. Any information provided is confidential and will not be used in the determination of an application outcome. #J-18808-Ljbffr