15h Left Project Officer

At Northcott, we believe in supporting the whole person. When you join our team, you can expect benefits that reflect our commitment to your wellbeing, development, and balance between work and life.

- 5 weeks of annual leave – supporting your rest and recharge.
- Generous salary packaging – up to $15,900 for general expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
- Fitness Passport, reduced insurance, and a wide range of discounts through Perkbox – because your health and lifestyle matter.
- 13 days of personal (sick) leave – we understand life happens.
- 14 weeks of paid maternity leave after 12 months – we’re here for your family and your future.

About the Opportunity – Project Officer, Northcott Innovation

This is a unique opportunity to help drive purpose-led innovation and meaningful outcomes for people with disability.

As Project Officer, you will:

- Support Northcott Innovation’s flagship project, NEST, a home-matching platform empowering people with disability to find the right place to live.
- Contribute to the design, coordination and evaluation of co-designed workshops.
- Assist with a variety of innovative initiatives through project coordination, content development, submissions, and funding proposals.
- Help shape and deliver real-world solutions through inclusive design and collaborative delivery.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who brings attention to detail, reliability, and a people-first mindset to everything they do.

- Strong administrative skills with the ability to manage systems, documents, and processes efficiently.
- Clear and professional communication skills to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
- A collaborative team player who is organised, solutions-focused, and takes initiative.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in disability, social impact, or the not-for-profit sector.
- Tertiary qualifications in business administration, project support, or a related field.

What Your Week Might Look Like

- Providing administrative support across NEST and other Northcott Innovation projects.
- Coordinating meetings, workshops, and project timelines, including logistics and follow-up actions.
- Managing records, documentation, and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Supporting internal and external communications, including stakeholder updates and content coordination.
- Assisting with data entry, research, and the preparation of funding applications or project reports.

About Northcott

Northcott is a not-for-profit disability service provider working alongside customers to realise their full potential.

As one of Australia’s largest disability service organisations, we provide services across NSW, QLD and the ACT, with over 90 years of experience. A registered NDIS provider, we employ approximately 2,600 staff and support more than 13,500 people with disability and their families each year.

Our Values

We are driven by our values in everything we do:

- Innovative – we create new solutions in response to changing needs.
- Respectful – we value every person’s voice and contribution.
- Brave – we stand up for people of all abilities, especially when it matters most.

Before applying, we encourage you to visit our website and learn more about our story and values to see if we're the right fit for your next step.

If you’re a current Northcott employee, please speak with your manager before applying, as they may be asked to support your application.

Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email recruitment@northcott.com.au .

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at diversity@northcott.com.au .

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