AO5 Project officer role requirements and expectations are: As our Project Officer, you will work within plant biosecurity on the Cooperative Plant Pest and Disease Surveillance Project to:
- Provide technical advice to stakeholders about the project, manage routine project communications and organise the distribution/upload of project resources.
- Develop moderately complex project documents, contribute to the development of high-level project documents and review documents drafted by other project staff.
- Oversee the management of project related documentation in accordance with project procedures (this may involve establishing and/or negotiating procedures) and departmental guidelines.
- Track project schedules, budgets and milestones and ensure approved changes are made.
- Research and analyse information, and prepare correspondence, reports, briefings and submissions regarding the development, progress and delivery of project milestones.
- Research and analyse the project subject area/focus to either identify emerging issues and suggest possible solutions or to inform best practice or to improve project efficiency or to improve the quality of project outcomes.
- Use appropriate project management techniques, methodologies, and tools (including relevant software) in line with departmental requirements.
- Use analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to coordinate multiple tasks within agreed priorities, timeframes and accountabilities.
- Undertake routine procurement tasks for the project team as directed and authorised under DAF procurement policy and procedure.
Mandatory requirements- Knowledge, skills and experience in project management.
- A current ‘C’ class drivers’ licence. You may be required to travel within Queensland or interstate for work purposes.
Highly desirable requirements- A Certificate IV in Project Management Practice or similar from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Experience with state government financial systems will be an advantage.
Term of Engagement:
The term of contract engagement the department is currently seeking for each position is up to 30 June 2025.
If you require further information pertaining to the role please contact the supervisor, otherwise all other inquiries should be directed to the Contact Officer on this Request for Quote.
