Scrum Master - Advanced (Web Squad)

Title: Scrum Master - Advanced (Web Squad)
Division: Information Technology Services
Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Information Technology) 
Salary package: Competitive remuneration package including 17% Superannuation
Term: Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 3 years)
Location: Canberra (opportunity for flexible working arrangements)

Foster effective delivery practices, stakeholder partnerships and Agile culture within the University's Web team. We want YOU to join our team and help the University embark on the most significant digital transformation in our history.  

About the Role 
The Scrum Master will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Web Squad and help them to provide a great service to the ANU community. The Scrum Master will work closely with the Squad and web governance group, seamlessly engaging with diverse stakeholder groups, including other technical teams, Colleges, Service Divisions, Executives and vendors and external partners as required.  

The Scrum Master is required to facilitate key Scrum Events, enabling the Squad to optimise delivery outcomes and contributions to the ANU strategic mission. They will have a solid understanding of and experience with applying modern delivery management methodologies and technologies, in particular Scrum and the Atlassian suite. 

Key Duties:  

• Enable delivery of key work packages from inception through to completion by applying the relevant Agile principles and practices, taking into account the operational context and the ITS scaled Agile portfolio approach and operating model. 
• Provide leadership and support to create an engaged and cohesive team that operates according to the ITS target cultural values, that understands core Agile concepts, and that practices these in alignment with the ITS ways of working.  
• Ensure appropriate governance, including helping make progress, risks and issues visible and ensuring outcomes are delivered and measured. 
• Drive data-inspired continuous improvement within the operating environment, fostering growth mindsets and capabilities across all members of the squad and broader stakeholder groups.  

About You 
We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes: 

• Has extensive experience in Agile delivery of web capabilities, ideally across multiple platforms (at least five years) 
• Is a Certified Scrum Master or possesses accreditation in other relevant team-based Agile frameworks with strong skills in core Agile practices 
• Has a customer-focused mindset and wants to support the Squad in establishing strong customer-service practices 
• Has delivered high quality roadmaps, release plans and/or business cases within a complex web landscape 
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and can effectively negotiate with stakeholders and delivery partners 
• Demonstrates success in fostering a positive working culture underpinned by engagement and empowerment 

About Us 
ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally.  
ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.  

About ITS: Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable the Australian National University to achieve its strategic goals: a student experience equal to the world’s best, and research that transforms society and creates national capability.  ITS has responsibility for the University’s digital ecosystem and is leading the delivery of the Digital Master Plan, a 10-year strategic roadmap for the transformation of the University’s digital capability.    

Digital Transformation:  We have released our ANU 2025 Strategy, and our Digital Master Plan, which will see ANU embark on the biggest digital transformation in our history.  A transformation that matches our national and global mission. Our digital future will transform the experience of ANU for our students, researchers, academics, professional staff and the wider community and we are seeking great people to be a part of this history making journey.  Click here to learn more.    

Our Campus 
The University's Acton campus is in the heart of Canberra. From here it's an easy walk, bike ride or drive to some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. You'll find all the conveniences of a small suburb including cafes, bars, supermarkets, childcare centres, a newsagency, post office and even a medical centre right on campus! The Acton Campus is well renowned for its landscape setting, with over 10,000 trees and a commitment to maintenance of open space. It's 'park like' environment is a feature that is internationally recognised.  

What we can offer you 
Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits including​: 

• ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases. 
• We support flexible, hybrid working arrangements, with access to our beautiful, green campus and working remotely. 
• We value your work life balance, with standard 7-hour work days, paid December shut-down period, purchase leave, cultural leave, part-time and job-sharing opportunities, compressed working weeks, and flexible times of work.  
• We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility). 
• We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities. 
• We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. We offer generous paid parental leave entitlements for up to 32 weeks. 
• We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs. 
• We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces. 
• ANU offers salary sacrificing benefits including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more! 
• We offer affordable onsite parking from $34 / fortnight with salary sacrificing options.  
• ANU has a supporting, challenging and motivating culture. 
• We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all backgrounds and identities. 
• We care about your wellbeing, with access to additional leave, the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options. 

For further information about this position, please contact Alanna Cresp, Scrum Master Chapter Lead, [email protected]  

ANU is committed to workforce diversity, creating an inclusive workplace, and providing equal employment opportunities to people with diverse backgrounds and identities. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.    

Our Vision : Support the development of national unity and identity, improve our understanding of ourselves and our neighbours, provide our nation with research capacity amongst the best in the world, and education in areas vital for our future is our mission.   

Our Values : Excellence, Original Thinking, Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Diversity  

How to Apply: 
To apply for this role please ensure that your submission includes the following documents: 

• A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 400 words (for reference, see the position description & selection criteria). 
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) of no more than 3 pages. 

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.  

Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality.  

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure . An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.