Manager, Digital Strategic Planning - Expression of Interest

Manager, Digital Strategic Planning - expression of interest

Lead strategic planning across Jemena’s digital portfolio, aligning investments with long-term vision. Drive prioritisation, value measurement, and governance to ensure digital programs deliver measurable business outcomes.

Overview of role

The Manager, Digital Strategic Planning plays a key role in aligning Jemena’s digital portfolio with our long-term vision. This inclusive leadership position guides integrated planning, ensures smart investment decisions, and fosters collaboration across teams. Acting as a connector between strategy and delivery, the role supports planning cycles, balances priorities, and champions governance to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Technology, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years’ experience shaping and delivering digital or technology investment strategies in complex environments
• Skilled in leading enterprise-wide planning and execution, balancing priorities and resources with care
• Confident in engaging senior stakeholders and contributing to board-level reporting
• Experience supporting annual budget planning, investment approvals, and financial governance
• Familiarity with CAPEX/OPEX planning for technology initiatives
• Strong ability to translate strategic goals into actionable plans with measurable impact
• Experience in regulated industries (utilities, energy, infrastructure) is valued, especially with an understanding of compliance and operational needs

Qualifications / certifications & Skills

• Deep understanding of integrated planning, portfolio management, and benefits realisation
• Skilled in developing business cases, modelling ROI, and evaluating investment opportunities
• Experienced in strategic planning including roadmapping, scenario planning, and option analysis
• Familiar with digital budgeting, CAPEX/OPEX planning, and financial governance frameworks
• Able to optimise budget allocations to support strategic priorities
• Comfortable working with a range of delivery methodologies
• Knowledge of modern Enterprise Architecture principles and tools
• Awareness of the utility sector and its regulatory environment

Why you should come and work for us 

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry.

• Jemena is among the first companies in Australia to be accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace
• flexible work arrangements, empowered to work your way & agile + additional leave benefits!
• primary & secondary parental leave & well-being and family support benefits
• numerous career development pathways + yearly financial support to upskill
• annual bonuses + generous $$$ employee referral program
• empowering you within a fun, diverse and inclusive culture
• group benefits galore for all employees!
• genuine focus on work / life balance

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.