About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual for an anticipated Project Support Officer (APS5) role with a small Federal Government agency. This role provides vital support to project managers and teams to ensure the successful delivery of key initiatives aligned with the department’s strategic goals.
As a Project Support Officer, you will assist in coordinating project activities, maintaining documentation, tracking progress against milestones, and supporting communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects within the team.
* Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring risks and issues are flagged early.
* Prepare and maintain key project documentation, including plans, registers, reports, and correspondence.
* Organise meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities, including preparing agendas, minutes, and action logs.
* Assist with procurement and contract management processes.
* Provide administrative and operational support to project teams.
* Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
* Strong organisational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
* Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
* Sound written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience in using Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., Excel, SharePoint, MS Project, Jira).
* An understanding of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile is desirable.
Eligibility Requirements
* Australian Citizenship
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance
* Relevant qualifications or experience in project or program support will be highly regarded but are not essential
Perks of the Role:
* Competitive hourly rates: Get paid what you're worth!
* Hybrid work arrangements: Enjoy flexibility with your work environment.
* Grow your network: Access to an exclusive EA networking and mentoring group.
* Boost your take-home pay: Opportunity to salary sacrifice.
* Randstad benefits: Access to our comprehensive employee benefits and wellbeing platform.
* Weekly pay runs: Because who doesn't love getting paid weekly?
Ready to make a real impact? Apply now and become a vital part of a supportive and engaging work environment!
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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