Senior Portfolio Analyst at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Portfolio Management, Strategic Advisory, Governance Design, ICT Portfolio Optimisation, Risk Management, Commercial Analysis, Resource Optimisation, Demand Management, Stakeholder Management, Business Case Development, Strategic Alignment, Project Management Office (PMO)

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 9/10 Temporary Full-Time up to 30 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 Senior Portfolio Analyst to be part of our Project Management Office team, Technology Communication Services Command. The Senior Portfolio Analyst role offers a unique opportunity to operate at the centre of decision making within a complex and high-demand ICT environment. It goes beyond traditional portfolio management by combining strategic advisory, governance design, and hands-on optimisation of a large scale project and program portfolio. The successful candidate will shape and continuously improve the portfolio management framework, tools, and knowledge base that underpin NSWPF's delivery model, while providing expert advice to senior leadership on priorities, interdependencies, and emerging risks. The role also requires a strong commercial and analytical lens, ensuring initiatives are prioritised based on value and return, and that resource utilisation is optimised across the portfolio. 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; 5-minute walk to train station, Westfield and Parramatta CBD. and 2-minute walk from Sydney Olympic Park Station in-house gym facilities. 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 a situation where you analysed a portfolio of competing initiatives and provided advice to senior stakeholders on priorities and trade-offs. How did you ensure alignment with strategic objectives, delivery capacity, and business needs? Target Question 2: Provide an example of how you have improved a portfolio or demand management process, including the development of frameworks, tools, or business case quality. What was the outcome in terms of decision-making and value delivered? 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 Megan Burton via (02) 8835 9030. 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 For Technical assistance please contact: taleosupportexterna@police.nsw.gov.au (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line) Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The Senior Portfolio Analyst will shape and improve the portfolio management framework and tools within a complex ICT environment. They will provide expert advice to senior leadership on priorities, interdependencies, and emerging risks to optimize resource utilization.