HOBAN Recruitment is recruiting for the role of an APS 6 level Project Officer on behalf of our client, located in Newcastle NSW. This exciting opportunity is suited to a motivated, outcomes-focused individual who can manage complex projects, provide expert advice, and engage stakeholders to deliver meaningful results.

About the Role:

• Develop and manage end-to-end project plans aligned with project management frameworks.
• Provide expert advice and technical support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct evaluation and analysis, preparing detailed project reports and recommendations.
• Monitor, report and improve processes critical to the delivery of outcomes.
• Coordinate and present updates, briefs and materials for senior leadership.
• Identify risks and drive continuous improvement across multiple work streams.
• Foster knowledge-sharing and support quality management in project delivery.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate of $60.26 per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• Start ASAP, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation.
• Apply your allied health expertise in a meaningful policy and advisory role.
• Opportunity to build experience in a government agency influencing national outcomes.

About You:

• Strong experience applying project management methodologies to deliver successful outcomes.
• Proven ability to develop project artefacts, schedules, and reports with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, both internal and external.
• Excellent written and verbal communication - able to present complex information clearly.
• Strategic thinker with sound judgement and the ability to resolve issues effectively.
• Experience in government or community services projects highly regarded.
• Relevant qualifications in project management, social services, or government administration (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with project management tools and reporting platforms desirable.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role
Positions close for submissions at COB FRIDAY 27th JUNE 2025.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at [email protected] or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.