Assistant Project Officer

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Contract
  • AU$61 - AU$67.86 per hour

Talent International is currently recruiting an Assistant Project Officer to work for the NSW Government, based in Lismore. This is a 5-week contract with a view to extension. The role is paying between $61 to $67.86/hr + Super.

Hours – 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects within the Housing Portfolio, supporting improved service delivery and positive outcomes for the community.

About the Role

In this role, you will assist in managing and implementing a range of projects across the Housing Portfolio, helping optimise portfolio performance and strengthen stakeholder relationships.

You will play a key role in coordinating project activities, supporting research and analysis, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing and delivering a range of projects and initiatives within the Housing Portfolio
  • Support operational aspects of project implementation, including monitoring project plans, coordinating resources, and tracking deliverables
  • Conduct research and analysis to inform project development and decision-making
  • Support projects aimed at improving the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery
  • Provide operational advice and clear communication to stakeholders on project status and implementation issues
  • Identify and analyse issues, recommending appropriate solutions within delegation
  • Prepare project documentation including briefing notes, reports, status updates, budgets, and discussion papers
  • Apply established project management methodologies and processes across all project activities

Key Challenges

  • Delivering projects within tight deadlines and allocated budgets
  • Maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful implementation

About You

  • Experience supporting or coordinating projects in a government or similar environment
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to analyse information and provide practical recommendations
  • Proficiency in preparing professional reports and briefing documents

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

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