Agile Value Management Office (Vmo) Analyst / Agile Pmo Analyst

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the QS Top 50 under 50 as Australia’s top young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

About the Role

As the Agile VMO Analyst, you will play a key role in the establishment and ongoing management of Lean Portfolio and Value Management practices in ITU, and for helping to foster operational excellence and lean governance
across IT Agile Release Trains (ARTs).

Through a wide range of PMO activities, the position holder will support the optimisation of the IT portfolio's activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and driving continuous improvement in value delivery. The position will act as a bridge between various teams, stakeholders, and suppliers.

About You

As the Agile VMO Analyst, you will have:

• Proven experience with and broad understanding of Agile principles, methodologies, and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or Lean Agile, and the related ceremonies and artefacts.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing Agile based PMOs and relevant functions desirable.
• Proven experience in managing complex PMO functions/practices and techniques, as well as the ability to adapt and apply them within an Agile context.
• Demonstrated portfolio planning, scheduling, risk management, resource management, and Agile-based budgeting & financial management experience.
• Demonstrated experience playing a leading role in modernising and transforming a project management office (PMO) and/or value management office.
• Prior experience with tracking Agile metrics and preparing relevant reports to measure project progress and overall project health.
• Demonstrated ability to identify areas for improvement that enhance the efficiency of business practices and performance, including project management and process improvement skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical and risk management skills, including the ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Strong time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with prior experience communicating the benefits of agile practices and providing tangible examples of how Agile can improve outcomes.
• Demonstrated success working collaboratively and productively within a team, and proven ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.

Remuneration

Competitive salary package will be offered to the successful candidate.

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time, and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.

How To Apply

In order to obtain:

• a copy of the Position Description;
• information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions; and
• full details of the application process,

Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website.

Closing Date: 29/11/2024 at 11:59PM AEST

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.