Aps6 Co-design Project Officer

I'm currently working with a Federal Government client looking for a Co-Design Project Officer

**Your new company**

Hays is the preferred supplier choice of Federal, State and Local Government organisations as well as leading employers in Health, Technology, Insurance, Education and Utilities across Geelong. I am partnered with a Federal Government Agency in the heart of Geelong to recruit an APS6 Co-Design Project Officer for a 12-month, full-time temporary assignment with the potential to extend. Want to work from home on occasion? This job may just be the one for you

**Your new role**

The APS6 Co-Design and Engagement is accountable under limited direction to undertake complex work that is guided by legislation, policies, procedures, standards, methodologies and precedents. The position is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems. Where required, the role will design, develop and facilitate engagement sessions with internal and external stakeholders, including the co-design of set projects. coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development. The APS6 Co-Design and Engagement will have a considerable level of public contact in relation to complex, difficult or sensitive issues. It is required to liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a representational role.

**Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to**:

- Coordinating critical data analysis and feedback to measure effectiveness of activities and strategies, including identifying associated risks and trends.
- Contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of targeted engagement strategies and align to the broader engagement strategy and frameworks, with branch and divisional business plans.
- Building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in a diverse range of engagement activities and events, including stakeholder meetings, information sessions, forums, conferences and webinars.
- Contributing to the implementation and operationalisation of a targeted, proactive engagement strategy, including a forward planned events calendar, aligned to the corporate plan.

**What you'll need to succeed**
- Ability to influence effective community engagement program design and delivery by researching and identifying the specific issues, needs and interests of target audiences through timely and relevant consultation mechanisms.
- Monitor and evaluate stakeholder engagement and communications projects providing ideas for continuous improvement.
- Assist with the implementation and delivery of stakeholder engagement, including meeting programmes, responding to relevant stakeholder enquiries, and stakeholder mapping.
- Understanding the IAP2 engagement spectrum in the human services context
- Presentation to a small group of stakeholders on a regular basis is a skill we should also look for.
- Project Management skills/experience and understanding of accessibility.
- Australian Citizen

**What you'll get in return**

Through Hays, this role offers you an hourly rate of $60.26 and an opportunity to progress your career with this Federal Government Agency, hybrid working environment and:

- 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**

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