Job Description
Position Overview We are seeking an experienced EL1 Project Support Officer to join the INV 5 project within the Defence Integrated Investment Program. This project is critical to delivering the physical and digital infrastructure that enables Defence's Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T;) system to address some of the most challenging problems facing the sector.
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In this role, you will progress the project schedule, liaise closely with sponsors and delivery group stream leads, and provide high-level advice to senior leaders. You will play a key role in developing strategic briefs, capability plans, and essential artefacts for Defence committees, while actively engaging with the broader IS&T; Enterprise and Ecosystem to undertake crucial assurance and reporting activities.
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Contract Details: This is an initial 12-month contract, with an option to extend at the discretion of the Commonwealth. Please note that occasional travel may be required.
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Key Responsibilities
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Your primary tasks will include:
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Project Coordination: Coordinate weekly integrated project team meetings to ensure alignment and momentum.




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Strategic Writing & Artefact Development: Draft critical project documentation, including the business case, project execution plan, integrated project management plan, risk management plan, security plan, and workforce plan.
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Schedule Management: Oversee the project schedule and drive related stakeholder engagement activities.
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Risk & Issue Management: Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues, communicating effectively with relevant stakeholders.
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Cross-Functional Engagement: Work across Delivery Areas to coordinate the planning of both the facilities and digital aspects of the INV 5 project.
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Governance Integration: Work directly with the Program Management Office, Program Steering Group, and Program Governance Board to obtain strategic guidance and manage the escalation and remediation of risks and issues.
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Capability Management: Fulfill broader capability management responsibilities across the Defence capability system.
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📌 El1 Project Support Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Canberra