
Associate Director, Digital Portfolio – Technology Enabled Science
CSL
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Melbourne • Australia
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About the role
- Oversee the end-to-end management of the R&D digital portfolio, including project prioritization, resource allocation, and performance tracking to ensure timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, IT, and data science, to ensure that digital initiatives align with strategic R&D goals and objectives
- Develop and maintain portfolio dashboards, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to keep senior leadership informed of progress and performance
- Facilitate governance processes, including steering committees and investment reviews, ensuring clear decision-making and alignment on digital investments
- Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities across the portfolio, and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution of digital initiatives
- Support the R&D Digital Strategy and Delivery Lead in translating the strategic vision into executable programs, ensuring alignment with the overall digital roadmap
- Ensure consistent use of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) across all digital initiatives to standardize and optimize project execution
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Information Technology, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in digital portfolio management, program management, or strategic planning within an R&D or innovation-driven environment
- Proven experience in managing complex, cross-functional portfolios, including prioritizing competing initiatives and managing stakeholder expectations
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Benefits
- For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
digital portfolio managementprogram managementstrategic planningproject management methodologiesAgileWaterfallperformance trackingKPI developmentrisk managementresource allocation
Soft skills
communicationstakeholder engagementanalytical skillscollaborationdecision-makingleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingprioritizationadaptability