Iteration Manager - 12+ Month Contract

About the role

A large complex Queensland Government Department, represented by Hudson, is seeking an Iteration Manager for an initial 12+ month contract, with possible extension, at approximately $1,000 per day. The role leads and facilitates Agile ceremonies, drives the adoption of Agile methodologies and ensures teams deliver project outcomes iteratively and efficiently. It is based in Brisbane CBD with flexibility to work from home two days per week.

Key responsibilities

• Lead one or more cross-functional teams and give strategic guidance on the pragmatic application of Agile principles and practices.
• Keep teams aligned on project and tranche goals, maintain a single agreed plan and focus on key milestones.
• Organise team staffing and manage resources so teams can meet delivery timelines.
• Manage stakeholders and proactively identify and resolve risks, issues and impediments.
• Run backlog refinement with product owners, defining and prioritising user stories, backlog items and acceptance criteria.
• Track and report project progress and collaborate with product owners and stakeholders on requirements and scope.
• Enforce consistent Agile practices across teams and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Provide expert advice and help create and maintain documentation that meets assurance and governance requirements for ICT-enabled investments.

Required profile

• Extensive experience as an Iteration Manager or Agile Delivery Lead leading cross-functional teams in ICT transformation programs at program level.
• At least 5 years of experience in Agile project management or related roles, including business-led ICT programs with multiple projects.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, and strong risk, dependency and impediment management.
• Experience facilitating backlog refinement and working with product owners; advanced Agile certification (SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP or CSM) highly desirable.

Required skills

• Practical knowledge of Agile, Scrum and Kanban.
• Proficiency in Agile tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira.
• Leadership, coaching, problem-solving, time management and stakeholder communication skills.

To apply, candidates submit their resume in Word format through the reference number 250719. Pay rates for Australian-based contract and temporary roles include the mandatory 25% casual loading.