APS4 Project Officer

  • Australia
  • Greater Geelong
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$43.82 per hour + Super

The Opportunity:
Our client is a large purpose driven Federal Government Agency seeking an APS4 Project Officer to provide operational and administrative support across project activities.

This role is ideal for someone early in their project career who enjoys structure, stakeholder interaction, and supporting project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work as part of a broader project team, supporting senior project staff and contributing to outcomes that support nationally significant services.

  • Australian Citizenship required (MANDATORY – Federal Government)
  • 12 month initial contract with a likely chance of extension
  • APS4 hourly rate of $43.82 + Super
  • WFH Flexibility – based out of our clients Richmond or Geelong office with 2 days working from home.

About the role:
The APS4 Project Officer is a team-based position where you’ll work within established frameworks, policies, and procedures. You’ll provide day-to-day project and administrative support, assist with reporting and documentation, and help keep projects running smoothly.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Supporting the development and management of project plans and schedules in accordance with the Agency’s project management framework.
  • Providing advice, procedural guidance and administrative support to staff and stakeholders.
  • Assisting with research and analysis on relevant project activities.
  • Assisting and supporting regular project reporting including status updates and exception reports.
  • Assisting in drafting project documentation for review by senior staff.
  • Assisting with monitoring project budgets, reporting on expenditure and reconciling payments.
  • Building rapport and maintain stakeholder relationships to support the delivery of projects.

Essential criteria:

  • Ability to analyse problems and develop effective solutions.
  • Competency in setting priorities, overseeing workflows, meeting deadlines, and delivering outcomes.
  • Effective communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and team members.
  • Capability to liaise with external stakeholders, internal staff, and management.
  • Ability to build customer loyalty to meet and exceed expectations while cultivating relationships that secure commitment and trust.
  • Competence in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and other relevant tools for scheduling, document preparation, and communication.
  • Capability to exercise initiative and sound judgement in interpreting legislation and policy.
  • Adeptness in planning and organising action plans to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, and leveraging resources.

Desirable skills and experience:

  • An understanding or experience with the NDIS, aged care or disability support services.
  • Qualifications in business administration, office management, or a related field or equivalent work experience in lieu of formal qualifications
  • Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within a government or large organisational setting.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE – FRIDAY 16th JANURARY 2026

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