Senior Program Officer | Full-Time Permanent

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary: $95,746 - $109,072 plus superannuation
Position No: 36568
Directorate: Community Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 05 January 2024
Contact Officer: Sarah Conway on ************@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 1***

Details: Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the life of Canberrans?

The Office for Seniors and Veterans is seeking applications from motivated professionals to undertake the role of Senior Program Officer. We are looking for an individual who can hit the ground running and provide immediate impact in our small team with a diverse portfolio. The successful applicant will have experience in communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders, including the community sector, public service colleagues and constituents.

Responsibilities include preparing briefs, chairing sector meetings, secretariat support, engaging with the sector, analysis of themes and ad hoc project work. Your initiative and attention to detail will be crucial in this fast-paced environment.

More details can be found in the Position Description.

Community Services Directorate (CSD) is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: Experience in a human services field and/or a relevant tertiary qualification desirable.

Note: A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. Flexible working arrangements are supported including working from home or across various ACT Government office locations.

How to apply: Applicants should submit a statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how their experience, skills and knowledge will enable them to undertake the role in relation to the position requirement (Selection Criteria) listed on the Position Description. Please also submit a copy of your current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees with a thorough knowledge of your work performance.

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