APS6 Program Officer

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Hays | Technology Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

24-month Project Officer role for leading federal health client.

Your new company

You'll be working within a federal government agency renowned for its leadership in digital health transformation. This is an initial 24-month contract at an APS6 hourly rate. The team is collaborative, purpose-driven, and committed to delivering excellence across national portfolios and strategic initiatives.

Your new role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Project Officer (APS Level 6) to join a high-impact national program focused on expanding digital health capabilities. You'll play a key operational role in supporting the planning, delivery, and reporting of projects that contribute to improved health outcomes across Australia.

  • Lead financial reporting, procurement, and contract management activities, including forecasting, accruals, and SAP processes
  • Coordinate and prepare program documentation, status reports, and updates to project management systems
  • Develop high-quality project materials to support briefings, presentations, and deliverables tracking
  • Support risk identification and mitigation planning in collaboration with senior project managers
  • Conduct research and analysis to inform project planning and decision-making
  • Engage with internal teams including Finance, Partnerships, and the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO)
  • Provide daily operational support to senior leadership, including meeting coordination, documentation management, and invoice processing
  • Maintain CRM records and coordinate HR-related requests such as position variations and remote work submissions

What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience in federal and health is highly desired.
  • To thrive in this role, you'll need strong experience in project coordination, financial and contract management, and stakeholder engagement within a structured governance environment.
  • Familiarity with SAP, project management frameworks, and government reporting requirements is essential.
  • You must be an Australian citizen, able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance and a national police check.
  • Your ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively will be key to your success.

What you'll get in return

Long term contract, flex working in an easy-to-get-to location, large pipeline of work, fed gov client.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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