Agile Project Manager

Role overview

Export Finance Australia is seeking an Agile Project Manager based in Sydney for a full-time permanent role. The position sits within an organisation that has supported Australian businesses and international trade for nearly 70 years, helping finance export opportunities, market expansion, sustainable infrastructure, critical minerals, defence-related initiatives, and projects that strengthen economic resilience and support net zero goals.

The organisation works with banks, government bodies and international partners to back Australian exporters, supply chain businesses and industries, while contributing to broader trade, investment and economic security outcomes in the Indo-Pacific region.

The main purpose of this role is to drive continuous improvement work and complex project delivery, with responsibility for end-to-end outcomes, governance and value delivery.

What you will do

• Set up and uphold project delivery governance, including reporting on status, tracking budgets and handling escalations.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and make sure the right people are allocated to the right work.
• Plan and facilitate program increment or big room planning sessions so teams are aligned on priorities, objectives, dependencies, scope, timelines and deliverables at sprint and project level.
• Partner with Product Owners and delivery teams to ensure backlog items are clearly defined, prioritised and moving smoothly through the delivery cycle.
• Manage delivery across several teams by handling risks and dependencies, removing obstacles and keeping progress on track.
• Review delivery performance using agreed metrics and retrospectives, then adjust approaches to improve team effectiveness and outcomes.
• Work with vendors, contractors and consultants to ensure deliverables meet requirements and timelines.
• Influence senior business and technology stakeholders and help align them on delivery priorities and trade-offs.
• Communicate progress, risks and results clearly and promptly to stakeholders, team members and leadership, while incorporating feedback where relevant.
• Help shape and improve product and technology delivery practices and extend existing frameworks across the business.

What we are looking for

• A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or a related discipline.
• Experience and certification in one or more project management methodologies.
• At least 3 years of experience facilitating agile teams, supporting continuous improvement, and managing complex IT projects.
• Hands-on experience with planning, scheduling, risk management and budgeting.
• Strong communication skills for presenting delivery progress, updates and project details to stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Proven leadership ability to motivate teams and drive outcomes.
• Confidence using project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA and Trello.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage technical, financial and resource-related risks, and apply mitigation plans.
• Strong analytical thinking to assess requirements, scope and constraints and spot opportunities to improve or optimise.
• Capability to work effectively with developers, analysts, testers and other stakeholders to achieve delivery goals.
• Good business acumen; experience in financial services is advantageous.

Benefits and culture

• Hybrid working environment.
• Recognition as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years.
• Flexible work practices and a collaborative, inclusive and diverse culture.
• Generous leave options, including an annual wellbeing day and leave purchase opportunities.
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Structured onboarding and induction support.
• Fitness Passport and other health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Gender affirmation leave.
• Income protection insurance.
• Community volunteering opportunities.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens at the time of application. Candidates also need to be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.

Additional information

Applications close on 5 July 2026. Interviews will be conducted as applications are received, so early submission is encouraged. Enquiries can be sent to Careers@exportfinance.gov.au. Candidates may apply by clicking the apply option or by emailing a CV to Careers@exportfinance.gov.au. Applicants agree to the recruitment privacy policy when applying.

Export Finance Australia welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Candidates with disability are encouraged to share any support they may need during the process.

The organisation’s headquarters are in Sydney CBD, and it also has a national presence in Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Recruitment agency applications will not be considered for this vacancy.

About Export Finance Australia

Export Finance Australia is the country’s export credit agency. It provides finance to support Australian export trade and overseas infrastructure development across the Pacific and Indo-Pacific. Through loans, bonds and guarantees, it helps businesses of all sizes, foreign governments and infrastructure projects expand globally.

The organisation is purpose driven and places strong value on its customers, employees and inclusive culture. Its people are expected to reflect the IMPACT leadership behaviours: Frank & Fearless, Dexterous & Agile, and Careful & Diligent.