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Strategic Initiatives Manager

Mid levelSeniorFull-timeOfficePort Melbourne VIC 3207, AustraliaPosted 1 week agoVerified 12 hours ago
Pending fitX of Y criteria met

About the job

The Strategic Initiatives Manager position is an exciting opportunity to lead the coordination and delivery of significant strategic priorities within AusNet's Transmission business. This role plays a crucial part in shaping Victoria's energy transition by managing complex initiatives that influence the future of the transmission network. Collaboration and strong governance are at the heart of how the team operates, ensuring that diverse stakeholders are aligned and initiatives are executed effectively.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading strategic initiatives

Overseeing the planning, governance, and delivery coordination of complex strategic initiatives across the Transmission business.
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Managing stakeholder relationships

Coordinating and influencing senior stakeholders across various departments and external organizations to ensure successful initiative delivery.
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Budget and risk management

Managing initiative budgets, forecasts, and compliance obligations to support successful delivery outcomes.

Key criteria

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Program governance experience

Proven experience establishing and managing program governance frameworks.

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Stakeholder engagement skills

Demonstrated experience coordinating complex stakeholder engagement activities.

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Budget management expertise

Experience managing initiative budgets and financial forecasting.

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5 criteria for this job
Program governance experience
Proven experience establishing and managing program governance frameworks.

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Stakeholder engagement skills
Demonstrated experience coordinating complex stakeholder engagement activities.

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Budget management expertise
Experience managing initiative budgets and financial forecasting.

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Energy sector knowledge
Strong understanding of energy, transmission, and regulated environments.

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Benefits realisation capability
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