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Job Title


Assistant Project Officer


Company : NSW Department of Communities and Justice


Location : Parramatta, New south wales


Created : 2025-04-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Location Parramatta (location flexible), 2-3 days in office with flexible work arrangementsEmployment type Temporary Full-Time, until 30 June 2026Salary Clerk Grade 5/6, $97,027- $107,059 per annum, plus employers contribution to superannuationAbout Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO)The Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) is a statutory body established under the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998 (NSW) to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have access to affordable, quality housing.Your roleThis is an exciting opportunity to join our Strategic Partnerships team as an Assistant Project Officer. You will be part of a small team, assisting with the design and implementation of a range of projects.What youll doSupport the design, implementation and coordination of projects that deliver effective business unit outcomes and meet client service delivery needs.Undertake research and analysis to support the development of key projects and the improvement of processes to ensure good business outcomes.Use project management methodologies and processes to ensure consistent high quality outcomes.Update project documentation, including registers, which support delivery of projects in compliance with agreed upon project management methodology.Prepare standard project-related documents for key stakeholders as required, including status updates, reports, budgets and discussion papers to manage the flow of information.Assist the project team with completing tasks and implement project plans as required to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved.Liaise and work across AHO and DCJ Divisions and non-government stakeholders to ensure effective interface between program development, planning, service design and policy implementation.Work effectively with team members towards mutual continued development and to seek feedback on project tasks undertaken.Assist with administrative tasks and coordinating travel.Attend community engagement events and support events.What were looking forThe ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Previous experience working in an administration role and strong Microsoft Office skills.Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people and communities.Sound project skills is desirable, however not essential.What We OfferA challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.Applications close Monday, 10 February 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.For more information about the role or what its like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Dean Schafer on 0438 821 311 or at dean.schafer@aho.nsw.gov.au.If youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Syvonne Pereira on 0402 600 846 or via syvonne.pereira@dcj.nsw.gov.au.Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr