• Multiple Federal Government opportunities
• Locations - Geelong, Richmond
• Initial 12 month labour hire contract
• $43.82 per hour + super

DFP Recruitment is a preferred supplier of choice to Federal Government departments and agencies. I am partnered with a large Federal Government Agency to recruit APS4 Planners working in Geelong and Richmond.

Role Overview:
Our Client is a Federal Government body that supports Australians and their families by valuing a positive contemporary attitude to disability. They are currently seeking APS4 Budget Management Support Planners to join the reform and transition team. These positions will provide operational and administrative support within the service delivery area.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Analysing participant records using a range of policies, practice guidance and legislation to make funding decisions in relation to participant plans to help reduce overspending.
• Working with participants and their representatives via telephone communication, to identify current circumstances and spending patterns.
• High quality record keeping, including competency with IT systems, adhering to process guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Research and review decisions and manage moderately complex cases with the assistance of staff at higher classification level.
• Completing administrative and data entry tasks relating to participants.
• Contributing to the achievement of key performance indicators, including planning targets.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Proven work experience in a similar role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to manage difficult conversations
• Competent IT and data analytical skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high work standards and accuracy
• Work independently but also able to work effectively in a team
• Ability to manage multiple participant records at once
• Must be able to work from office during training period
• Experience in building relationships both with internal and external stakeholders
• An understanding of or lived experience in the field of disability is highly desirable

To Apply:
In order to be considered applicants are required to hold Australian Citizenship and if successful will be required undergo a Federal Government Security Process.

If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Katyaon (03) 8632 9964 for more information.

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