Project Officer - APS5

• 12-month labour hire contract
• High possibility of contract extension or securing an ongoing role
• Brisbane or Hervey Bay location

About the client:
Our client is an independent statutory agency that is responsible for implementing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This role will see you join an organisation that values a positive contemporary attitude to disability and is dedicated to supporting a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians living with disability and their families / carers.

About the role:
We are seeking an APS5 Project Officer to support project, performance and operational activities within a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Reporting to an APS6, this role will suit someone who enjoys working across reporting, analysis, stakeholder engagement and project coordination.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support project and program delivery, monitoring activities against plans
• Prepare project documentation, reports, executive briefs and written updates
• Assist with quality assurance to ensure project deliverables meet business needs
• Undertake research, data analysis and performance reporting
• Analyse and present data using Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Contribute to branch reporting, tracking outcomes and identifying trends
• Prepare communication materials and present insights and recommendations
• Respond to stakeholder enquiries and work collaboratively across teams
• Manage competing priorities with minimal supervision

Skills & experience

• Experience in a Project Officer, Project Support, Program Support or similar role
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis)
• Ability to translate data and technical information into clear written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to manage workload independently in a dynamic environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills

Desirable:

• Public sector or government experience (APS preferred)
• Exposure to NDIA / NDIS, PACE, SAP CRM, Salesforce analytics or JIRA
• Experience in performance reporting, quality assurance or continuous improvement

What’s on offer

• Competitive hourly rate aligned to APS5 banding
• 12-month contract with high likelihood of extension
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant programs
• Full contractor benefits through Talent

If you would like more information about this job, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your job search, please contact Jackson Bruce today at jackson.bruce@talentinternational.com or on 0435 581 994.

Applications close Wednesday, 4^th February