Project Officer, Planning and Delivery

6 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Are you motivated, interested in public transport, experienced in policy and planning and have amazing communication skills? Then we are looking for you

The Strategy, Planning & Policy team is responsible for developing strategies, plans and policies for how public transport services are provided in the ACT in order to meet the social, economic and environmental goals of the Territory. The Strategy, Planning & Policy team do this by providing expert policy and planning advice to Government and other stakeholders on how to best design, plan, prioritise and invest in public transport to drive value for the Territory, deliver a quality customer experience and support a sustainable future as part of the integrated transport system.

The team is also responsible for business and commercial planning to optimise business operations and performance, strategic project development including feasibility studies, business cases coordination and identifying investment priorities. The team also articulate and monitor accountability measures to demonstrate that Canberra’s public transport delivers value for money in achieving Government’s objectives.

Working under the direction of the Director, the Project Officer will assist in the delivery of public transport projects, managing assets and undertaking procurement and contract management activities. The Project Officer will have knowledge of and ensure compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and TCCS policy requirements.

Under limited direction, the Project Officer will draw on well-developed organisational and time management skills, experience in providing project support, procurement, and to assist in delivering projects. The Project Officer will exercise initiative and judgement in providing project support.

The successful applicant will have experience in providing project management support, well-developed verbal and written communication skills and be confident working both collaboratively and independently as required.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Notes**:This is a temporary position available from the 5th of September for six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

Please note, this position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.

**How to Apply**:Please provide a current curriculum vitae with details of two referees and a response to the Selection Criteria no longer than two pages.

**Note**:
This is a temporary position available from the 5th of September for six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

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