Project Coordinator

• 12 Month Contract + 12 Month Extension
• South Canberra Based Position, remote will be considered for the right candidate
• Ability to obtain a Baseline Clearance

Our Client, a large Federal Government Department located in Canberra, is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to assist with delivering unique projects related to Data and Digital services in the field of Earth Observation. Work within an established, specialized team with great culture and work life balance. Practical experience with Agile is required.

The Program uses satellite imaging, cloud computation and cutting-edge science to enable decisions that support a sustainable Australian environment, a resilient society, and a strong economy.

Our Client is seeking a Project Coordinator to support delivery of key projects within the Branch, focused on assisting the Director and Assistant Directors with project coordination and administration activities related to Data and Digital services and support.

Key duties of the Project Coordinator will include:

• Assist project leads on all project management activities, from planning to execution, ensuring successful project delivery;
• Documenting and monitoring project scope and technical parameters of projects within the team;
• Contribute to project plans, including timelines, budgets and resources as required;
• Liaising with other project resources (including staff, contractors and third parties) across the organization to assist in completing deliverables;
• Being a champion for existing project delivery methodology and governance to ensure the project achieves key KPIs;
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track;
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels, maintaining alignment and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle;
• Prepare, collate, and compile artefacts (documents, spreadsheets, presentations, diagrams, plans) as evidence of project activities;
• Assist in the coordination for overlap between BAU and project resource allocation.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will idealy have:

• Minimum 3 years' experience with project coordination;
• Understanding of Agile frameworks such as Scrum & SAFe;
• Experience with administration of ICT projects;
• Understanding of ITSM principals;
• Ability to work collaboratively and operate autonomously in a small team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Demonstrated planning, organisational, and change management skills;
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

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For a copy of the full job description incuding application instructions, please get in touch with Alison at the Recruitment Hive by clicking the Apply for this Job button. Alternatively, you can reach Alison on (02)6299 1*** to discuss further.

Please note, applications close on the 18th of October at 2:00pm. Late applicants are encouraged to apply to be considered for future opportunities.

Job ID AC8463