Project Officer

2 days ago

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia ERA Personnel Full time $35,400 - $53,200 per year
  • Pay Rate: $68.25 per hour + super
  • Contract: 5 months (40 hrs/week)
  • Location: Parramatta NSW + WFH

Our Government client is looking for an experienced Project Officer to support the development, coordination and delivery of a diverse range of projects.

About the Role

The role undertakes project management and support activities to help develop and deliver a range of projects, including operational policy, procedure development and legislative reform within established objectives.

Key Accountabilities

  • Provide project management and support services
    , including the preparation of reports and briefs, coordination of resources, maintenance of documentation and implementation and monitoring of project plans in line with agency methodologies.
  • Prepare and maintain high-quality project documentation
     to support reporting, monitoring and evaluation, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and useful for effective decision-making.
  • Identify and interpret relevant statutory provisions
     and develop clear procedures that guide and support staff in performing their roles.
  • Evaluate operational policy and procedures
     to assess appropriateness, effectiveness and efficiency and to determine the need for corrective action and review.
  • Conduct research, analysis and evaluation
     to identify emerging issues and prepare recommendations that inform policy, process and program improvements.
  • Engage and communicate with key stakeholders
    , coordinating working groups, committees and consultations to support effective information exchange and deliver on policy and legislative requirements.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
  • Experience providing project management support services.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
  • Ability to prepare clear reports, briefs and project documents.
  • Good research and analytical skills to identify issues and recommend solutions.
  • Ability to interpret legislation or policies and turn them into practical procedures.
  • Experience reviewing and evaluating policies or procedures.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work effectively with stakeholders, committees and working groups.
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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