Senior Program Officer (APS6)

Federal Government contracting opportunity with an immediate start!

Your New Company
Join a large Federal Government department, in the Working Aged Pension Program within the Program Design Group. This team is dedicated to transforming government promises and policy changes into actionable projects that benefit the community.

Your New Role
As a Senior Program Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of various projects funded by election promises. Your work will involve a mix of ICT and policy skills, ensuring that updates and changes are implemented effectively across relevant platforms and systems. Key responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring project schedules and budgets

  • Preparing progress reports

  • Liaising with key stakeholders

  • Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders

  • Contributing to strategic planning and business improvement initiatives

  • Assisting with the rollout of new policies and legislative changes

  • Overseeing risk management activities

    What You'll Need to Succeed

    To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • Strong project management skills

  • Experience in stakeholder engagement

  • Ability to contribute to strategic planning and policy implementation

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments

    What You'll Get in Return

  • Flexible working arrangements and location options

  • Work from home options available in certain scenarios, generally a hybrid model.

  • Opportunity to be part of a dynamic team making a difference in the community

  • Initial contract through to the end of the financial year, with possible extensions

    What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Zachary.Rosser@hays.com.au

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Technology & Internet Services
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Projects & Change Management
Ref:
2920854
Closing date
10 Mar 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Zachary Rosser, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Canberra
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke Street

Telephone: 0419546610

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