Aps 4 - Project Support Officer

7 days ago


Campbell, Australia Australian Government Full time

$79,176 - $86,438 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Campbell Park - ACT

**The Role**
The Department of Defence seeks a motivated and organised APS 4 Project Support Officer to support the Australian Defence Force Life Course Study (ADFLCS) and Directorate of Health Research team.

As the APS 4 Project Support Officer, you will support a dedicated project team running a longitudinal health research study which will monitor the health of the target ADF population over their life course. You will support the Project team to ensure all tasks are completed on time and be responsible for a range of administrative tasks.

Your role will
- Assist the APS 6 Project Manager to manage the various projects. Tasks include: tracking milestones and deliverables, preparation of reports, payment of invoices and budgeting.
- Conduct secretariat duties related to the ADFLCS research governance arrangements; such as:

- Organise, attend, and minuting meetings; documenting and following up on actions and decisions;
- Prepare meetings packs and presentation material;
- Coordinate large-scale stakeholder events, i.e. booking venues, travel and accommodation, video conferencing / IT setup.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders both internal and external.
- Other tasks as required to support the Directorate of Health research.
- Adhere to the APS Values, employment principles and code of conduct.

**About our Team**
Joint Health Command (JHC) is responsible for the delivery of military medicine and healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF). Through the delivery of best practice health services, JHC enables a healthy, ready, and supported Force from enlistment through to transition. As part of Defence People Group, we make a direct contribution to the ADF’s operational capability and provide crucial support to the warfighter.

Health Protection and Policy Branch, within JHC, supports ADF capability through stewardship, health surveillance, research, prevention and health promotion programs, policy and senior technical/medical advice.

The Directorate of Health Research is responsible for:

- Setting the strategic agenda for Defence health research.
- Reviewing and updating research governance structures processes so they align with best practice and the Australian Code for the responsible conduct of research.
- Conducting, commissioning and facilitating of health research; including the establishment of the ADF Life Course Study that will monitor and measure the health of the ADF members through their service.
- Creating internal and external research partners that enhance JHC's ability to deliver research and knowledge that enables Defence to achieve its strategic goals.
- Dissemination and translation of health research that improves the capability of the Defence Health System and the health of the ADF.
- Previous experience in a project coordination/support role.
- Previous experience providing secretariat support to working committees is desirable.
- Be pro-active, organised and outcome-oriented with excellent record keeping skills.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience in Excel and Microsoft suite. Previous experience using project management tools such as MS Project would be highly regarded.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with a customer service focus.
- Possess a positive, enthusiastic, cooperative and service-focused attitude.


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