Assistant Project Officer x 2

Talent International is currently recruiting Assistant Project Officer x 2to work for the NSW Government, based in Lismore. The position is a 12-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $50 – $65 per hour + Super.

7 hours per day and 35 hours per week

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Officer provides administrative and operational support to assist in the successful delivery of projects and business initiatives. The role supports project planning, coordination, reporting, and communication activities while ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to project teams.
• Assist in maintaining project documentation, records, and tracking tools, including schedules, risk registers, and status reports.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders.
• Organise project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, including preparing agendas, minutes, and action lists.
• Conduct basic research and data collection to support project planning and reporting.
• Assist with monitoring project progress and identifying issues or risks requiring escalation.
• Support procurement, finance, and contract administration processes as directed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and the development of efficient project management practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant governance, policy, and reporting requirements.

Key Selection Criteria / Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in providing administrative or project support within a professional or government environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate documents and correspondence.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic understanding of project management principles and practices (desirable).

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in business administration, project management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

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.