Manager, Portfolio Risk & Assurance at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Portfolio Risk Management, Assurance Frameworks, ICT Governance, Stakeholder Management, People Management, Strategic Planning, Compliance Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Performance Management, Executive Reporting, Project Management Office (PMO), Continuous Improvement

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 11/12 Temporary Full-Time - Up to 30th June 2027 Parramatta & Sydney Olympic Park About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for a Manager Portfolio Risk & Assurance to be part of our Project Management Office, Technology & Communication Service Command team. The role leads the transformation and continuous improvement of portfolio-level risk and assurance practices across the ICT Portfolio. It strengthens capability across the Command by establishing a centre of excellence and fostering a community of practice. Through collaborative engagement, the role drives a coordinated, and proactive approach to portfolio risk and assurance, supporting strong governance, transparency, and delivery confidence across all programs and projects. View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) To be successful in this role, you will have: • Leads and owns the portfolio-level risk and assurance function across the ICT PMO, providing a single point of accountability for risk and assurance strategy, oversight and continuous improvement across all ICT programs and projects. • Reports directly to the Director, Project Management Office and operates as an advisor, influencing executive decision-making through clear, timely and actionable portfolio risk and assurance insights. • Leads the ICT PMO risk and assurance capability, establishing and maturing a consistent, scalable framework that strengthens governance, transparency and delivery confidence across the portfolio. • Has direct line management responsibility for risk analysts, with accountability for their day-to-day activities, workload prioritisation, performance management, capability development and professional mentoring. • Ensures the portfolio risk and assurance framework aligns with internal NSW Police Force policies, PMO methodologies, governance standards and internal assurance expectations. • Ensures portfolio and program compliance with external regulatory, assurance and reporting obligations, including those imposed by external agencies responsible for funding, investment assurance or whole-of-government oversight. • Proactively identifies, analyses and escalates emerging and systemic risks across the ICT portfolio, including interdependencies and cross-program impacts that may affect funding, benefits realisation or delivery outcomes. • Works closely with the Investments and Benefits teams to ensure alignment between portfolio risk exposure, investment decisions, benefits realisation, funding assumptions and assurance reporting. • Communicates risk and assurance outcomes to senior leaders, steering committees, and governance forums, ensuring risks are clearly articulated, understood and appropriately managed at a portfolio level. What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: working collaboratively on ICT initiatives that support the community through policing practices; opportunities for personal growth / development and training programs; competitive salary; flexible work options; opportunity to purchase leave; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; 5-minute walk to train station, Westfield and Parramatta CBD 2-minute walk to nearest train station and bus stop, restaurants, cafes and sporting venues in Sydney Olympic Park in-house gym facilities in Parramatta How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: Describe your experience establishing or leading a risk management capability for projects, programs and portfolios, including how you developed or matured frameworks, ensured consistency across programs/projects, and drove continuous improvement. Target Question 2: Describe your experience applying the NSW Government Digital Assurance Framework (DAF) and internal assurance practices. How have you used findings from assurance reviews to drive improvements in project or program delivery outcomes? Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Jillian Bunting via 0476 716 776. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity: At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

Lead the transformation and continuous improvement of portfolio-level risk and assurance practices across the ICT Portfolio. Manage risk analysts and provide strategic advice to executive leadership to ensure governance and delivery confidence.