APS6 Project Officer - Brisbane

Step into a career-defining opportunity where your project skills will shape the future of disability services

Your new company

This organisation is responsible for providing a wide range of services to the citizens of Australia. It oversees various projects that work to improve the lives of those living with disabilities. Well-known for its positive mark in the Disability Sector, this larger Federal Government Agency is going through a period of growth aimed at developing procedures and pushing best practice. This opportunity is a visible appointment that will take your career to the next level!

Your new role

You will be responsible for:
  • Assisting in project management and coordination activities, monitoring and reviewing program and project activities against plans.
  • Contributing to the development and management of project plans and schedules in accordance with the Agency’s project management framework.
  • Providing advice, procedural guidance and technical expertise in specific areas of project work.
  • Performing research work and analysis, including contributing to the preparation of reports on relevant project activities.
  • Contributing to regular project reporting, including status updates and exception reports.
  • Drafting a range of written material including business cases, plans, executive briefs and corporate documentation for review.
  • Monitoring project budgets, review and report on expenditure and assist with procurement and contract management.
  • Identifying and managing project risks, issues and benefits.
  • Contributing to project quality management to ensure that project deliverables are fit for purpose and meet client needs.
  • Collaborating with team members to achieve project and business outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed

The successful application will also have to demonstrate:
  • Strong understanding of agile project management methodology to plan, monitor and deliver work packages
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines
  • Develop and maintain project artefacts
  • Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision as an effective member of a team, using a high level of initiative to manage competing priorities
  • Demonstrated experience initiating, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Communicate complex information clearly and concisely through written briefs, reporting and presentations
  • Apply judgement to resolve issues and make evidence-informed decisions.
  • Ability and experience understanding and applying privacy and accessibility guidelines
  • Advanced communication skills and ability to work well with stakeholders and manage expectations
  • Well-developed Microsoft 365 Skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Planner)

Logistics
  • 12-month contract with possibility of extension or permanency
  • Hybrid working
  • Hourly rate of $60.26 per hour + super

What you'll get in return

Through Hays, this role offers you an hourly rate of $60.26 + super, an opportunity to progress your career with this Federal Government Agency and:
  • Office Location / Hybrid Working Arrangement
  • Weekly pay cycles
  • Nominated choice of superannuation fund
  • Online time sheet submission and approval
  • No hidden costs or payroll deductions for our services
  • No invoicing required for Pty Ltd holders
  • Regular contact with consultants throughout the duration of your assignment

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Rebecca.hillbrick@hays.com.au. Please include a short summary of your suitability for the role.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Policy and Strategy
Ref:
2953792

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Rebecca Hillbrick, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 0352268018

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