Job Details
  • ReferenceBH-142412
  • LocationMelbourne
  • Salary$60.26 per hour, Benefits: + Super
  • Job TypeContract
  • Posted2 months ago
  • ConsultantClaudia Leiva
About the Organization:

This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office locations in Melbourne or Geelong.
 
About the role:

The APS 6 Project Officer will coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the Agency’s objectives.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
  • Develop and manage project plans and schedules in accordance with the Agency’s project management framework.
  • Provide specialist advice and technical expertise to staff and stakeholders.
  • Perform independent research work and analysis including the preparation of draft reports on relevant project activities.
  • Coordinate regular project reporting including status updates and exception reports.
  • Prepare draft written material including business cases, plans, executive briefs and corporate documentation.
  • Identify and assist with the management of project risks, issues, and benefits.
  • Contribute to project quality management to ensure that project deliverables are fit for purpose and meet client needs.
MANDATORY
  • Experience working in a similar role under Australian rules and regulations
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal / collaboration capability – networking and negotiating within the branch and with external stakeholders at different levels
  • Project planning and coordination experience/skills
  • Problems solving skills with a focus on driving the project forward
  • Adaptivity to work across a number of projects at one time
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Current Police Check, o ability to obtain one
 
Desirable skills to have for the role:
  • Previous Project management experience
  • Experience in the use of MS Projects to manage a project
What you will bring to the role:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in building relationships both with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work within and across teams, the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment
  • Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
  • Ability to prioritise and allocate tasks in an efficient manner while also maintaining high work standards and accuracy.
 
How to apply:

Chandler Macleod is an equal opportunity employer as part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, disability and culturally and linguistics candidates are also encouraged to apply.
 
Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government.

Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details and resume to be considered for this role. You can also send in your resumes directly to Claudia Leiva at claudia.leiva@chandlermacleod.com to be considered for this opportunity.

Applications close 15.00 PM AEST, 9th April 2023