Your New Company

This organisation is responsible for providing a wide range of services to the citizens of Australia. It oversees various projects that work to improve the lives of those living with disabilities. Well-known for its positive mark in the Disability Sector, this larger Federal Government Agency is going through a period of growth aimed at developing procedures and pushing best practice. This opportunity is a visible appointment that will take your career to the next level!

Your New Role
You will be responsible for:

• Assisting in project management and coordination activities, monitoring and reviewing program and project activities against plans.
• Contributing to the development and management of project plans and schedules in accordance with the Agency's project management framework.
• Providing advice, procedural guidance, and technical expertise in specific areas of project work.
• Performing research work and analysis, including contributing to the preparation of reports on relevant project activities.
• Contributing to regular project reporting, including status updates and exception reports.
• Drafting a range of written material including business cases, plans, executive briefs and corporate documentation for review.
• Assisting with monitoring project budgets, review and report on expenditure, and assisting with procurement and contract management.
• Assisting with the identification and management of project risks, issues, and benefits.
• Assisting with project quality management to ensure that project deliverables are fit for purpose and meet client needs.
• Collaborating with team members to achieve program, project, and business outcomes.

What You'll Need to Succeed
The successful application will also have to demonstrate:

• Understanding of agile project methodology
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Manage and coordinate projects by keeping track of tasks, timelines and tracking progress
• Can provide advice, procedural guidance, and technical expertise in specific areas of project work
• Flexible and responsive to changes in requirements
• Comfortable understanding and applying privacy and accessibility guidelines
• Well-developed communication skills and ability to work well with stakeholders and manage expectations
• Well-developed Microsoft 365 Skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Planner)

Logistics

• 12-month contract with possibility of extension or permanency
• Hybrid working
• Available in Wollongong, Newcastle, or Surry Hills
• Hourly rate of $55.24 per hour + super

What You'll Get in Return
Through Hays, this role offers you an hourly rate of $55.24 + super, an opportunity to progress your career with this Federal Government Agency and:

• Office Location / Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Weekly pay cycles
• Nominated choice of superannuation fund
• Online time sheet submission and approval
• No hidden costs or payroll deductions for our services
• No invoicing required for Pty Ltd holders
• Regular contact with consultants throughout the duration of your assignment

What You Need To Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected]. Please include a short summary of your suitability for the role.
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.