Project Officer

About the Role:
We are the Department for Environment and Water (DEW), an organisation that leads the way in conserving, sustaining, and creating prosperity for South Australia. We influence government decisions and deliver high-quality policy, programs, and assets that significantly affect the state's social, environmental, and economic well-being. We're passionate about inclusion, diversity, customer service, and achieving results, all through the means of innovative technology and strategic partnerships.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in the Communication and Engagements branch as a Project Officer in the First Nations Partnerships and Reconciliation team.

The Project Officer supports the delivery of Reconciliation projects and initiatives aligned to the DEW Reconciliation Action Plan. This role provides coordination, project, and administrative support across a range of First Nations related projects. This includes research and data analysis, formulating options and recommendations, supporting stakeholder consultation and engagement; providing advice and support on Reconciliation initiatives; managing monitoring and reporting processes; and contributing to the development and review of policies, procedures, and processes.

This role also provides administrative support to the Chair of the Reconciliation sub-committee of executives by preparing and maintaining meeting documents including minutes and background papers; coordinating reporting processes; preparing and collating information for reports; arranging meetings. The Project Officer works both independently and collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.

If you are passionate about reconciliation and making meaningful impacts within First Nations communities, then we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join our dynamic and inclusive team!

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:
Contract for up to 30 June 2025

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
• May be required to undertake intra or inter-state travel and will be required to work outside of normal hours to set up and pack up training venues.

Remuneration:
ASO4 - $75,430 min - $79,070 max p.a.

Enquiries to:
Nikeisha McNamara - Manager, First Nations Partnerships and Reconciliation
Nikeisha.McNamara@sa.gov.au
0473 885 197

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA. Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 23/04/2024 11:00 PM