APS5 Project Officer & APS6 Senior Project Officer
Our client is seeking experienced professionals to join a high-profile national public health initiative, with opportunities available at both the
APS5 Project Officer
and
APS6 Senior Project Officer
levels.
These roles will support the delivery of nationally significant surveillance programs focused on monitoring and reporting health-related data, working closely with government stakeholders, laboratories, service providers and technical specialists to ensure effective program delivery and continuous improvement.
Initial contract through to
30 November ****
12-month extension option
Flexible location, Canberra-based preferred (remote and flexible working arrangements available by agreement)
Baseline Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain one) required
About the Roles
As a Project Officer or Senior Project Officer, you will support the management and delivery of complex national programs through a combination of project coordination, stakeholder engagement, contract administration, reporting and governance activities.
Responsibilities may include:
Project and program coordination
Contract and procurement administration
Funding and budget support
Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Data governance and data access coordination
Reporting, publications and communications support
Coordination of dashboards,



analytics and reporting outputs
Operational and administrative support activities
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and business processes
The APS6 position will involve a greater level of autonomy, coordination and stakeholder management with responsibility for supporting complex projects and providing advice to program leadership.
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
Experience supporting projects, programs or business operations within government, healthcare, scientific, research or related environments
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
Experience with governance, reporting, procurement, contract management or administrative coordination
Solid attention to detail and sound judgement
Highly Desirable
Qualifications, knowledge or experience in Public health, Microbiology, Laboratory science
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to contribute to nationally significant public health programs that support evidence-based decision-making and surveillance activities across Australia. You will join a collaborative and highly skilled team working on meaningful projects that have a direct impact on public health outcomes.
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