AddressAustralian Citizens residing in Australia only respond.
- Contract start 01 October 2023 to 12 months, 24 months extensions.
- Australian Citizen, Clearance, ACT, QLD, SA, VIC
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Services Australia is seeking to identify suitable Candidates to perform the role of Program,
Project and Scrum Masters from junior levels to expert and manager levels to help the
agency monitor project schedules and budgets, prepare progress reports, and liaise with key
stakeholders.
Program Officers provide high-level procedural, administrative and operational support to a
work area aiding the delivery of the agencys programs. They contribute to strategic planning
and policy development and to changes in workplace practices and business improvement
strategies. Program Officers also liaise with internal and external stakeholders and provide
advice to ensure the consistent delivery of program services.
Project Officers support the delivery of the agencys projects. They play a role in managing
straightforward projects, developing, and maintaining relationships with internal and external
stakeholders and provide specialist advice to ensure the consistent delivery of project
outputs.
Scrum Masters enable teams to self-organise, self-manage, and deliver, using agile values,
principles, and practices. They guide teams towards structuring and managing their own
work to meet their stated objectives. Scrum Masters help to balance the work of the team in
the context of competing priorities, including contributing to planning, changes in workplace
practices and business improvement strategies. They support Product Owners to ensure
there is an appropriate backlog of prioritised work items based on the overall strategy and
overarching business objectives.
The level of Security Clearance required for a Role will be confirmed at the time of Contract.
Job TitleSenior Project officer
APS Equivalent Level APS 6
Main Duties
manage and coordinate straightforward projects
develop and manage project plans and schedules in accordance with
the agencys project management framework
contribute to the development of team objectives for short term tasks
and strategic planning for longer-term initiatives
provide specialist advice and technical expertise to staff and
stakeholders
perform independent research work and analysis including the
preparation of draft reports on relevant project activities
coordinate regular project reporting including status updates and
exception reports
draft written material including business cases, plans, executive briefs,
and corporate documentation
monitor project budgets, review, and report on expenditure, and assist
with procurement and contract management
identify and assist with the management of project risks, issues, and
benefits
contribute to project quality management to ensure that project
deliverables are fit for purpose and meet client needs
contribute and support the development and implementation of
improvements and best practice in processes and procedures
develop and support stakeholder relationships to deliver projects
represent the team or work area in a range of forums, including
conferences, meetings, and seminars
Main skills/attributes
Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) required:
Measurement MEAS - Level 4
Methods and tools METL - Level 3
Project management PRMG - Level 4
Portfolio, program and project support PROF - Level 5
Quality management QUMG - Level 4
Ability to:
apply knowledge of project and program management frameworks
communicate effectively and adapt communication style appropriate
to the audience
develop and support stakeholder relationships and collaborate with
other staff in the immediate wok area or other areas of the agency.
demonstrate personal resilience and prioritise work in the context of
competing priorities
research and make decisions based on sound judgement, expertise,
and knowledge
Every application requires to address selection criteria as part of application submission.(summary)
Please complete the below forms.
Candidate Application form
Candidate Referee Report
