Senior Project officer

Australian Citizens residing in Australia only respond.

• Contract start 01 October 2023 to 12 months, 24 months extensions.

Services Australia is seeking to identify suitable Candidates to perform the role of Program,

Project and Scrum Masters from junior levels to expert and manager levels to help the

agency monitor project schedules and budgets, prepare progress reports, and liaise with key

stakeholders.

Program Officers provide high-level procedural, administrative and operational support to a

work area aiding the delivery of the agencys programs. They contribute to strategic planning

and policy development and to changes in workplace practices and business improvement

strategies. Program Officers also liaise with internal and external stakeholders and provide

advice to ensure the consistent delivery of program services.

Project Officers support the delivery of the agencys projects. They play a role in managing

straightforward projects, developing, and maintaining relationships with internal and external

stakeholders and provide specialist advice to ensure the consistent delivery of project

Scrum Masters enable teams to self-organise, self-manage, and deliver, using agile values,

principles, and practices. They guide teams towards structuring and managing their own

work to meet their stated objectives. Scrum Masters help to balance the work of the team in

the context of competing priorities, including contributing to planning, changes in workplace

practices and business improvement strategies. They support Product Owners to ensure

there is an appropriate backlog of prioritised work items based on the overall strategy and

overarching business objectives.

The level of Security Clearance required for a Role will be confirmed at the time of Contract.

Job Title Senior Project officer

Main Duties

manage and coordinate straightforward projects

develop and manage project plans and schedules in accordance with

the agencys project management framework

contribute to the development of team objectives for short term tasks

and strategic planning for longer-term initiatives

provide specialist advice and technical expertise to staff and

stakeholders

perform independent research work and analysis including the

preparation of draft reports on relevant project activities

coordinate regular project reporting including status updates and

exception reports

and corporate documentation

monitor project budgets, review, and report on expenditure, and assist

with procurement and contract management

identify and assist with the management of project risks, issues, and

contribute to project quality management to ensure that project

deliverables are fit for purpose and meet client needs

contribute and support the development and implementation of

improvements and best practice in processes and procedures

develop and support stakeholder relationships to deliver projects

represent the team or work area in a range of forums, including

conferences, meetings, and seminars

Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) required :

Measurement MEAS - Level 4

Methods and tools METL - Level 3

Portfolio, program and project support PROF - Level 5

Quality management QUMG - Level 4

Ability to :

apply knowledge of project and program management frameworks

communicate effectively and adapt communication style appropriate

to the audience

develop and support stakeholder relationships and collaborate with

other staff in the immediate wok area or other areas of the agency.

demonstrate personal resilience and prioritise work in the context of

competing priorities

research and make decisions based on sound judgement, expertise,

and knowledge

Every application requires to address selection criteria as part of application submission.(summary)

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