The primary role of the Project Officer is to provide administration and project support in achieving the aims and

objectives of the Swallowcliffe Children’s Precinct Committee (SCPC) as part of the Children in the North Alliance.

The SCPC is the governance body comprising members of the Swallowcliffe Precinct in Davoren Park, working to improve outcomes for children and their families.

The Project Officer is a member of a small and highly inter-connected backbone team responsible for supporting the planning, coordination and implementation of the key initiatives of the Swallowcliffe Children’s Precinct. in particular supporting day-to-day communications, administration, community engagement, and project management functions

Working Relationships

This position is accountable to the Swallowcliffe Children's Precinct Manager and through them to the NACYS CEO. The position has working relationships with NACYS staff; Swallowcliffe Children’s Precinct Committee; local service providers and networks; volunteers; and the Davoren Park community.

Special Conditions

• Current DHS Working with Children Check

Position Objective

The Project Officer is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of projects and community engagement activities across the Precinct.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Demonstrate a commitment to openness, honesty, fairness, inclusiveness and high performance standards

• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing project requirements

• A passion for building stronger communities and driving positive change.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Experience/ Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of community mobilisation and engagement

• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse communities

• Familiarity with local community dynamics and service systems

• Experience in project administration, management and or coordination

• Strong administrative and organisational skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities

• A strong ethical community/family/child focused approach

Duties

• Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of the "Precinct" projects.

• Facilitate communication and collaboration between stakeholders to ensure project success.

• Secretariat support for the SCPC and related projects

• Provide general administrative support including scheduling meetings, minute taking, maintaining records, and

coordinating logistics.

• Support coordination of community meetings, workshops, events, and consultations.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including plans, reports, and meeting record

• Prepare project updates, newsletters, emails and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Other duties as required

Extent of Authority

Works under the direction of the Children’s Precinct Manager

Location: NACYS office- Oldford Rd Davoren Park