Project Support Officer

**ABOUT THIS ROLE**
Project Support Officer (Multiple) - RFQ-AGO22/23-107 - SOW 1 - Original

DEF100:
The Project Support Officer will work under general direction to assist several team leads in the delivery of the Project. Duties will include assisting with project procurement activities, recordkeeping, organising and minuting meetings and general administrative tasks. The incumbent will be required to function within broad guidelines and be willing to identify solutions to common administrative problems. They will need to be a self-starter and have an ability to work within strict timeframes.

The role will require project support skills and a proven ability to work within an integrated team of technical/non-technical personnel.

Commercial Satellite Access (CSA):
DEF799 Phase 1 - Enhanced Commercial Access is an approved Defence Integrated Investment Program (IIP) designed to improve Australia's ability to collect satellite imagery of priority areas through direct access to commercial satellites. The project achieved Final Operating Capability (FOC) in September 2021 and now operates as the Commercial Satellite Access (CSA) directorate within the GCD Branch.

As a PSO in CSA you will be responsible provide project support services to the CSA Directorate. The scope includes, but is not limited to;
- Conduct planning, scheduling and estimating of work/tasks to meet CSA requirements;
- Prepare project documentation and/or assist with the review and clearance processes for project documentation;
- Provide administrative project management assistance to CSA; and
- Stakeholder management, organisational governance and risk management.

DEF799-2:
As per DEF100, The Project Support Officer will work under general direction to assist several team leads in the delivery of the Project. Duties will include assisting with project procurement activities, recordkeeping, organising and minuting meetings and general administrative tasks. The incumbent will be required to function within broad guidelines and be willing to identify solutions to common administrative problems. They will need to be a self-starter and have an ability to work within strict timeframes.

The role will require project support skills and a proven ability to work within an integrated team of technical/non-technical personnel.

The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.

**ABOUT THE COMPANY**
The Australia Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation (AGO) is the lead agency for geospatial data, information and intelligence for Defence and the National Intelligence Community. AGO's purpose is to shape the strategic environment, deter actions against Australian interests, and respond with credible military force when required.

Situated in Canberra, AGO is a small organisation of TSPV cleared workers that is rapidly growing. Exciting projects such as DEF100 and DEF101 are managed by AGO.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- With guidance from team leads, develop procurement documentation in accordance with Defence procurement rules.
- Maintain project Risk and Issue Registers; including regular reviews and updates; advising/assisting in execution treatment plans; and facilitating project risk/issue workshops
- Provide support to the management of the project including schedule maintenance, monthly reporting, and resource management
- Contribute to and edit administrative or technical documents including establishing standard operating procedures for common tasks.
- Manage priorities and seek guidance on relative priorities where necessary.
- Provide general administrative support including management of project record keeping requirements and systems; secretariat support for project meetings and forums and other communications
- Manage team action items to ensure objectives and processes are met.
- Work cohesively with other project team staff in a program setting to support the project deliverables and team objectives.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED**
- Knowledge of the Project Management methodologies.
- Australian Citizenship and a TSPV security clearance is essential.

**BENEFITS**
Why work for AGO?
- Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
- Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
- Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave AGO.
- 12 or 24 month contracts available.
- Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?
- Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to AGO since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
- Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
- DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
- Dedicated acc