Assistant Project Officer

Division: Homes NSW- Location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150- Req ID: 69196**Assistant Project Officer**

**Location - Parramatta with flexible working arrangements**

**Employment type - Full time Ongoing position available**

**Salary - Clerk Grade 5/6 - $93,295 - $102,941 per annum plus employer’s contribution to superannuation**
- This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only._

**Your role**

The Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) is a statutory body established under the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998 (NSW) to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have access to affordable, quality housing.

The AHO is governed by an all-Aboriginal Board, which provides advice to the Minister for Water and Minister for Housing in NSW. In addition, the AHO manages and coordinates an annual capital works program, along with developing and implementing financial and resourcing strategies.

The purpose of the Assistant Project Officer is to support the design and implementation of a range of projects, in line with the directorate’s responsibilities, which improve AHO service delivery or operations and contribute to better outcomes for Aboriginal people including individuals, families, groups and communities.

**What you’ll do**

As part of the Strategy and Portfolio Development Team, you will:

- Support the design, implementation and coordination of projects that deliver effective business unit outcomes and meet client service delivery needs.
- Undertake research and analysis to support the development of key projects and the improvement of processes to ensure good business outcomes.
- Use project management methodologies and processes to ensure consistent high quality outcomes.
- Update project documentation, including registers, which support delivery of projects in compliance with agreed upon project management methodology.
- Prepare standard project-related documents for key stakeholders as required, including status updates, reports, budgets and discussion papers to manage the flow of information.
- Assist the project team with completing tasks and implement project plans as required to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved.

You'll work as part of a team of skilled professionals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to achieving the highest standards. The team fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture where open communication, innovation, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

You'll be working in a dynamic and flexible environment that combines a balance of open-plan areas for collaborative work and private spaces for focused tasks. The office is equipped with modern technology and comfortable amenities, designed to encourage creativity, productivity, and well-being.

**What we’re looking for**
- Cultural capability and sensitivity to work effectively with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders, to ensure projects align with community needs and contribute positively to Closing the Gap initiatives.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills to manage multiple tasks, such as coordinating appointments, meetings, and travel, and providing executive support to the team.
- Experience in financial management, including creating vendors, raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and preparing financial reports to support project delivery.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills to maintain positive relationships and work effectively with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and consultants.
- Strong research and analytical skills to review market trends and prepare informed advice for property acquisition and redevelopment decisions.
- Experience in preparing accurate project reports, handling procurement processes, and ensuring all activities comply with departmental policies and guidelines.

As an Identified role, this position is open only to _Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia’s First Nations people._

Where a position is identified, an applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification under the exception in Section 14(d) of the _Anti-Discrimination Act 1977_.

There are two alternatives to confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be uploaded to be considered for the role as follows. **Either will be accepted**:
Confirmation of Aboriginality form

or

Written confirmation from 2-3 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live/work, which addresses the three criteria listed below:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Download the role description.

**What We Offer**

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

- A challenging and rewarding career
- Flexible, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- Training and development opportunities to bui