AddressFull-time contract for 2 years with possible further extension
About the Position
The Strategic Project Officer is responsible for the management of strategic and policy projects, and supporting the development, delivery and evaluation of key plans, such as strategy and action plans. As part of the Strategy Team, the Strategic Project Officer works across the organisation to encourage aligned, collaborative projects that turn strategy into the action our community wants to see.
With a specific focus on developing a Housing and Homelessness Strategy for council, including a comprehensive assessment of housing needs within the region, (affordability, accessibility and diversity of housing options), this position is responsible for coordinating through to presenting the strategy for adoption.
About You
You have a passion and energy for housing and homelessness issues that is matched by your deep knowledge and experience working in government or the housing sector. Your excellent communication skills allow you to establish and maintain positive working relationships across external and internal stakeholder groups, from senior managers and industry representatives to community leaders and council staff. As a confident project manager with a genuine community focus, you love to bring together all the voices and synthesise ideas into clear, evidence-based strategies that reflect stakeholder input and achieve practical outcomes.
Key Selection Criteria:
- High-level understanding of contemporary housing challenges and opportunities, and related policy issues
- Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-functional cross department project teams.
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles.
- Experience in facilitating and leading groups.
- Proven time management skills, including the ability to prioritise, plan and organise activities in a changing work environment.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as urban or social planning, community services, project management, strategy, or equivalent relevant experience.
Working for Council
Some of the benefits of working with us include:
- Competitive salary
- Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
- Flexible ways of working
If, after reading the position description you have any queries, or require further information please contact Ynys Onsman, Manager, Strategy, Sustainability and Economic Growth
on (08) 8384 01***or 0411 429 ***.
Application Process:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.
Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply for this role.
The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing.
Applications close – 9am Monday 3 June 2024
