Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Officer to support our Federal Government client within a complex ICT and business transformation setting.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised qualified with experience across business management, project coordination, financial management, procurement, governance and administration.

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The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, delivery teams, finance representatives, vendors and senior stakeholders to support effective business operations and the successful delivery of strategic outcomes.

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The Opportunity

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- Position: Project Officer
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- Hours: Part-time – 20 hours per week
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- Contract: Initial 7-month engagement
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- Extension: Option for a further 12 months
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- Working Arrangement: Hybrid
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- Security Clearance: NV1 required or ability and willingness to obtain an NV1 clearance
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Key Responsibilities

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As the Project Officer, you will provide business management, governance and administrative support across a complex ICT and transformation environment.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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- Providing business management, governance and project coordination support.
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- Coordinating financial, workforce, risk, performance and project reporting.
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- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial monitoring and reconciliation activities.
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- Assisting with procurement, contract administration and vendor engagement in accordance with Commonwealth Government policies and procedures.
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- Maintaining project artefacts, registers and documentation in accordance with governance frameworks.
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- Supporting workforce planning, onboarding,



offboarding and administrative processes.
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- Preparing high-quality briefing materials, reports, presentations and correspondence for senior executives and governance forums.
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- Establishing and maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders across multiple organisational levels and business areas.
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- Supporting audit, assurance and compliance activities through accurate record keeping and provision of supporting evidence.
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- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to improve business processes, governance and delivery effectiveness.
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- Providing strategic and operational support to project leadership as required.
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- Demonstrated experience providing business management, governance and administrative support within a complex ICT, program or project delivery environment.
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- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial monitoring, procurement coordination, contract administration and financial reporting.
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- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across different levels and business areas.
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- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.
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- The ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced and complex environment.
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- Strong written communication skills, with experience preparing executive briefs, reports, presentations and correspondence.
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Desirable

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The following experience or qualifications will be highly regarded:

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- Experience supporting Australian Government ICT, digital transformation, intelligence or law enforcement programs/projects.
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- Qualifications or certifications in business management, finance, procurement, project management or a related discipline.
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Security Requirements

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Due to the nature of the environment, the successful candidate must:

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- Hold an existing NV1 security clearance, or have the ability and willingness to obtain an NV1 clearance.
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- Successfully complete the relevant organisational suitability and security requirements prior to commencement.
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- Comply with applicable confidentiality, security and engagement requirements.
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Why Apply?

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This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant Federal Government ICT and business transformation environment while working on a flexible part-time, hybrid arrangement.

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The role offers an initial 7-month contract, with the potential for a further 12-month extension, subject to business requirements.

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Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.

📌 Senior Project Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Paxus - Technology + Digital Talent
📍 Canberra