"Manager, Digital Finance and People Services"

About the Role

Seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our Information Technology Services (ITS) Division as Manager, Digital Finance and People Services. This pivotal role will lead the development and delivery of digital services across Finance and Human Resources systems, ensuring ANU remains at the forefront of enterprise technology.

Working under the broad guidance of the Associate Director, Digital University Services, you will champion agile product delivery, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. You’ll collaborate across the University to understand business needs, prioritise initiatives, and deliver impactful solutions that support teaching, learning, research, and administration.

Key Duties:

• Lead stakeholder engagement across the University to understand and deliver on digital priorities.
• Manage the delivery of new features and enhancements to Finance and HR systems using agile methodologies.
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps aligned with strategic goals.
• Prioritise capabilities and manage product backlogs based on stakeholder needs and available resources.
• Oversee vendor relationships and advocate for feature development and support.
• Provide effective leadership and line management to the product team, including mentoring and professional development.
• Foster a customer-centric and agile culture within the team.
• Ensure sustainability of implemented systems through coordinated support and documentation.

About You

We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes:

• Deep domain knowledge of Finance and HR systems, infrastructure, and business processes.
• Proven leadership in digital service delivery within complex environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing agile product teams and delivering enterprise solutions.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to translate business needs into technology outcomes.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building capabilities.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in digital services.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please ensure that your submission includes the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• The names and contact details of 2 referees.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (IT)
Salary package: Competitive remuneration package including 17% Superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing
Location: Acton, Canberra or Remote

For further information about this position, please contact Associate Director, Digital University Services, Ian Willis, E: ian.willis@anu.edu.au