ERP Project Manager
Description
Salary: $142,790 – $169,220 per year
Gellung Warl - meaning 'tip of the spear' in Gunaikurnai language - is a First Peoples’ representative and deliberative body, underpinned by Aboriginal Lore, Law and Cultural Authority.
Gellung Warl is established as a statutory corporation under the Treaty Act. It is made up of three arms that work together:
the First Peoples' Assembly, the political decision-making arm
Nginma Ngainga Wara, an independent government oversight and accountability arm and
Nyerna Yoorrook Telkuna, an independent mechanism for ongoing truth-telling.
Gellung Warl is guided by the Ngarrakeetoong Martongakeeyt (Community Vision) and is answerable to Community through the Larbargirrar Gnuurtak Tulkuuk (Community Governance and Answerability Framework), which sets out how Gellung Warl engages with and is answerable to First Peoples in Victoria.
Gellung Warl’s underlying purpose is to promote collective self-government, self-determination and empowerment of Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victorians, including by:
by representing First Peoples in Victoria and exercising decision-making powers in relation to First Peoples in Victoria
representing First Peoples in Statewide Treaty negotiations with the State, including undertaking ongoing Statewide Treaty negotiations, and supporting Traditional Owner treatymaking
providing for ongoing truth-telling and healing
advising the Parliament and the State government in relation to matters that affect First Peoples and holding the State government to account in relation to its commitments to, and the impact of its actions on, First Peoples.
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THE ROLE
The purpose of this role is to lead the successful implementation of Gellung Warl’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, with a focus on business process improvement, organisational change, user adoption, risk mitigation and compliance readiness. The role will translate business needs into an achievable delivery plan and support staff to adopt new ways of working.
Working with the Chief Operations Officer, Business process owners, Internal teams, and the appointed implementation partner, the ERP Project Manager will coordinate end-to-end delivery within agreed scope, budget and timeframes.
The implementation partner will be responsible for technical configuration, development and technical delivery. The ERP Project Manager will manage the integrated plan, partner performance and business readiness, with business owners accountable for process decisions and acceptance, and ensuring that outcomes are delivered in alignment with the broader organisational and Treaty objectives.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Project planning and governance: Agree scope, business outcomes, budget, resources and milestones. Establish governance and provide clear reporting on progress, expenditure, risks and decisions required.
Team and partner management: Recruit and manage Business Analysts, Organisational Change Managers and other specialists within approved resources. Coordinate any remaining solution selection and procurement and manage implementation partner performance.
Business processes and requirements: Lead the definition of future business processes and requirements, ensuring business ownership, appropriate controls and agreed acceptance criteria.
Change and adoption: Oversee organisational change, stakeholder engagement, training and communications to prepare staff and achieve adoption of new processes and systems.
Delivery, risk and compliance: Manage delivery, dependencies and scope changes. Address risks and ensure confirmed statutory and compliance requirements inform implementation.
Testing and readiness: Oversee data validation, user acceptance testing and business readiness, ensuring business owners approve outcomes before go-live.
Go-live and operational handover: Coordinate cutover, contingency arrangements and post-implementation support, protecting business continuity and ensuring clear ownership, documentation and knowledge transfer.
Business outcomes: Monitor adoption and agreed benefits, resolve outstanding issues and establish ownership of ongoing improvement.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Leadership & Management
Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Proven ability to achieve outcomes through collaboration and partnership.
Highly developed information technology capability and business acumen, including demonstrated experience interpreting financial reports, managing budgets, analysing business data and leveraging technology to drive strategic and operational outcomes.
Communication Skills
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build rapport and communicate with sensitivity and professionalism.
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Ability to think strategically and align work with organisational priorities.
Experience contributing to strategic planning and organisational improvement.
Project & Program Management
Demonstrated experience managing projects from initiation through to completion.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience monitoring project performance and reporting outcomes.
Ability to coordinate multiple activities and stakeholders.
Change Management & Continuous Improvement
Experience implementing organisational change.
Ability to identify opportunities to improve systems and processes.
Experience supporting teams through change.
Cultural Capability
Passionate about being part of reform to benefit First Peoples in Victoria.
Ability to work respectfully with First Peoples, Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities.
Demonstrated understanding of cultural safety and culturally responsive practice.
Ability to build respectful, collaborative and culturally informed relationships.
Commitment to Gellung Warl's values and organisational purpose.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Experience and Capabilities
Demonstrated experience leading successful ERP implementations from planning through go-live and operational handover, achieving business outcomes and user adoption.
Strong understanding of business process improvement, organisational change and operational readiness, including finance, procurement, internal controls and compliance requirements.
Proven ability to identify resourcing needs, recruit and lead Business Analysts, Organisational Change Managers and other specialists as required to deliver the project.
Proven ability to manage scope, schedules, budgets, risks and governance, and hold implementation partners accountable for delivery.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to secure business decisions, challenge provider advice and work respectfully in a First Peoples organisation.
Qualifications and Desirable Experience
Relevant qualifications in project management, business, finance or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
5 – 10 years' Information Technology experience with leadership background.
Project and change management certifications.
Experience delivering ERP implementations, with a strong understanding of business processes and organisational requirements.
Experience in a statutory body, public sector, not-for-profit or similarly accountable environment.
Mandatory Requirements
National Police Check
Desirable:
Knowledge of Victoria's First Peoples policy, legislative and governance environment.
SALARY & TERM
12-month Fixed Term
Salary from $142,790 – 169,220 per annum plus superannuation, based on experience and expertise.
How to apply
Please visit our website to review the full job profile and find out more about us on Treaty journey. Jobs - Gellung Warl
If you are ready to take on a challenging role and make a significant impact, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any other supporting documents to people@gellungwarl.org or follow the prompts to Apply Now!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Note that interviews may commence prior to application of close dates as suitable applications come through, so the position may be filled before close date.
Applications close: Sunday 15 November 2026