Sharon Mercian

Sharon Mercian currently serves as the Lead Portfolio Analyst for the Core Modernisation Program at the Reserve Bank of Australia, where she plays a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that underpin the institution’s operational resilience and technological advancement. In this capacity, Sharon leverages her extensive expertise in project portfolio management, business analysis, and governance to oversee the successful delivery of complex core system upgrades and digital transformation initiatives. Her deep understanding of project lifecycle management, combined with her proficiency in methodologies such as PRINCE2 and tools like MS Project, enables her to facilitate seamless integration across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.

Within the CoreMod Program, Sharon is instrumental in developing and maintaining robust reporting frameworks and analytics that provide executive leadership with real-time insights into project performance, risks, and resource allocation. Her strategic approach to project governance ensures that all initiatives adhere to best practices in outsourcing, vendor management, and business transformation, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and reducing delivery risks. Sharon’s ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and support project managers through effective portfolio oversight has been critical in achieving milestones on time and within scope.

Her role also involves continuous process optimisation, leveraging her skills in PMO and program management to streamline workflows and enhance decision-making processes. With over 15 years of experience, Sharon Mercian’s leadership in the CoreMod Program exemplifies her commitment to delivering high-impact projects that support the Reserve Bank’s mission to maintain financial stability and foster innovation in Australia’s banking infrastructure.