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Join a leading Federal Government Department, this agency is a key driver of Australia's economic and social well being. Committed to ensuring access to quality education and learning for all Australians. This group plays a vital role in implementing the Government's Child Care package, including the administration of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and Child Care Safety Net.

Your new role

As a Program Delivery Officer, you will be part of the National Assessment Team, responsible for assessing applications for CCS Provider and Service approvals. Your work will directly impact the quality and accessibility of early childhood education across Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and assess applications for CCS Provider and Service approval.
• Apply legislation, policies, and guidelines to make sound, evidence-based decisions.
• Communicate professionally with childcare providers and internal stakeholders.
• Exercise delegated authority to approve applications.
• Contribute to the development of operational procedures and policies.
• Undertake data analysis and prepare reports.
• Support business improvement initiatives in approvals and compliance.

What you'll need to succeed

You've ideally had previous experience in a similar Program Officer role within the State or Federal Government and bring with you:,

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Sound judgement and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working collaboratively in team environments.
• Initiative to identify and manage risks.
• A commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Please note: Only Australian citizens are eligible to apply for this role due to security clearance requirements.

What you'll get in return
This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Australian children and families.
What's on offer:

• Flexible working arrangements, including up to 3 days working from home.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible hours between 7am and 7pm (with structured support during training).

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Parminder Kaur on (03) 9604 9635 or [email protected].

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Alternatively, if you know someone who might be interested, please pass on this advertisement or my contact details.