Aps5 Training Support Officer

Training Support Officer required to work in a Federal Government Department based in Cairns

Your new company 

Join a Federal Government department located in North Cairns. Your new team will be responsible for program governance, project delivery and other support functions for a program engaged in biosecurity surveillance and quarantine regulation in northern Australia.

This is a full-time 6-month non-ongoing contract starting ASAP, based in Cairns. 

Your new role 

As the APS5 Training Support Officer, you will support the training team within the Indigenous Rangers and Business Management Section. You will be responsible for all administration functions of the team – 

• Supporting trainees / learners e.g., facilitating regular yarning circles, coordinating training, monitoring assessment completion
• Liaising with stakeholders 
• Providing administrative support 
• Arranging travel and logistics for training and other events 
• Maintaining and monitoring of databases and spreadsheets
• Finance functions include paying invoices and supporting the preparation and monitoring of contracts. 
• Assisting with the procurement of goods and services e.g., training
• Preparing correspondence, briefs, reports  

What you'll need to succeed 

To succeed in this role, you will need a solid understanding of the contemporary issues and protocols affecting First Nations peoples. Your background should demonstrate experience in supporting First Nations peoples to achieve learning outcomes. You will have a track record of providing high-quality administrative support, including tasks such as analysing information, preparing reports, maintaining, and monitoring databases/spreadsheets, and coordinating travel and logistics. 

Additionally, experience in procurement or contract management processes is highly desirable, or at the very least, you should have the ability to quickly acquire an understanding of these processes. This combination of knowledge and skills will equip you to make a meaningful impact in this role.

What you'll get in return 

In return you will have an immediately available direct full-time role for 6 months, with the possibility of extension within the public sector based in Cairns North, paying an attractive hourly rate - you will work in a well-established, friendly and supportive team and your contribution will be valued in the ongoing success of this busy department.
 

What you need to do now 

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Equally, please do not hesitate to direct questions to Grace Dunn - 07 4049 2*** or email **********@hays.com.au.