Program Manager Level 1 Reclassification

Level 5 Employee

Level  6 Employee

Works under general direction from senior employees. Employees undertake a range of functions requiring the application of a high level of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation’s goals.

Works under limited direction from senior employees or management and undertake a range of functions for which operational policies, practices and guidelines may need to be developed.

Employees adhere to established work practices. However, they may be required to exercise initiative and judgment where practices and direction are not clearly defined.

General features at this level allow employees the scope to influence the operational activities of the organisation and would require employees to be involved with establishing operational procedures which impact upon the organisation and/or the sections of the community served by it. 

Employees at this level will be expected to contribute to management of the organisation, assist or prepare budgets, establish procedures and work practices.

Employees will be involved in the formation of programs and work practices and will be required to provide assistance and/or expert advice to other employees. Employees may be required to negotiate matters on behalf of the organisation.

General features at this level indicate involvement in establishing organisation programs and procedures. Positions will include a range of work functions and may involve supervision. Work may span more than one discipline. In addition, employees at this level may be required to assist in the preparation of or prepare the organisation’s budget. Employees at this level will be required to provide expert advice to employees classified at a lower level and volunteers

Positions at this level will require responsibility for decision-making in the particular work area and the provision of expert advice. Employees will be required to provide consultation and assistance relevant to the workplace. Employees will be required to set outcomes for the work areas for which they are responsible so as to achieve the objectives of the organisation. They may be required to undertake the control and coordination of a program, project and/or significant work area. Employees require a good understanding of the long-term goals of the organisation

Positions at this level demand the application of knowledge which is gained through qualifications and/or previous experience. In addition, employees will be required to set priorities and monitor workflows in their area of responsibility which may include establishing work programs in small organisations.

Employees may exercise managerial responsibility, work independently as specialists or may be a senior member of a single discipline project team or provide specialist support to a range of programs or activities. Positions at this level may be identified by impact of activities undertaken or achievement of stated outcomes or objectives for the workplace; the level of responsibility for decision-making; the exercise of judgment; delegated authority; and the provision of expert advice

Employees are required to set priorities, plan and organise their own work and that of lower classified staff and/or volunteers and establish the most appropriate operational methods for the organisation. In addition, interpersonal skills are required to gain the co-operation of clients and staff.

Managing time is essential so outcomes can be achieved. A high level of interpersonal skills is required to resolve organisational issues, negotiate contracts, develop and motivate staff. Employees will be required to understand and implement effective staff management and personnel practices

Employees responsible for projects and/or functions will be required to establish outcomes to achieve organisation goals. Specialists may be required to provide multi-disciplinary advice.

 

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