- 7 month engagement + extensionsMust be in CanberraNo clearance requiredCandidate must be an Australian citizen Key duties and responsibilitiesProvision of project support. Evaluates project performance and recommends changes where necessary. Contributes to reviews and audits of project management to ensure conformance to standards.Defines, documents and executes small projects or sub-projects. Works alone or with a small team actively participating in all7 month engagement + extensionsMust be in CanberraNo clearance requiredCandidate must be an Australian citizen Key duties and responsibilitiesProvision of project support. Evaluates project performance and recommends changes where necessary. Contributes to reviews and audits of project management to ensure conformance to standards.Defines, documents and executes small projects or sub-projects. Works alone or with a small team actively participating in all
- Project Officers - Exciting ContractsVarious Contracts - ASO5 - ASO8Policy, Events Management, Program Coordination, Compliance & MoreGovernment Experience Essential Are you available for an immediate start and seeking that next exciting contract opportunity?I am looking for exceptional Project Officers with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills for exciting contract opportunities within the state government. I have several contracts availablProject Officers - Exciting ContractsVarious Contracts - ASO5 - ASO8Policy, Events Management, Program Coordination, Compliance & MoreGovernment Experience Essential Are you available for an immediate start and seeking that next exciting contract opportunity?I am looking for exceptional Project Officers with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills for exciting contract opportunities within the state government. I have several contracts availabl
- Your opportunityThis crucial role supports the high-cadence work of the Critical Minerals Queensland team. You will be part of a specialised group supporting growth in the critical minerals industry in Queensland. Providing administration, procurement, and project support for high-priority business activities.Key Responsibilities:Provide administration, procurement, and project support for high-priority business activities.Support the Brisbane-based execuYour opportunityThis crucial role supports the high-cadence work of the Critical Minerals Queensland team. You will be part of a specialised group supporting growth in the critical minerals industry in Queensland. Providing administration, procurement, and project support for high-priority business activities.Key Responsibilities:Provide administration, procurement, and project support for high-priority business activities.Support the Brisbane-based execu
- Randstad is currently a preferred partner with a State Government organisation to recruit for the below role:Job Title: HR Project OfficerLocation: Melbourne CBD - hybridSalary VPS4: $62 - $70 per hour + superContract till end of Jan 2026About the Role:Reporting to the Team Leader, Workforce & Capability, the successful candidate will be a part of a dynamic and high-paced team that provides a wide range of HR advisory functions to support the Energy group.Randstad is currently a preferred partner with a State Government organisation to recruit for the below role:Job Title: HR Project OfficerLocation: Melbourne CBD - hybridSalary VPS4: $62 - $70 per hour + superContract till end of Jan 2026About the Role:Reporting to the Team Leader, Workforce & Capability, the successful candidate will be a part of a dynamic and high-paced team that provides a wide range of HR advisory functions to support the Energy group.
- About The Role:You will be responsible for developing and participating in the implementation of projects, strategies, policies, guidelines and procedures that align with this commitment, specifically in the Environment, Environment Health and Environmental sustainability.This will include:The implementation of actions and development of new initiatives that ensure Council and the community are moving towards sustainability.Facilitating appropriate environAbout The Role:You will be responsible for developing and participating in the implementation of projects, strategies, policies, guidelines and procedures that align with this commitment, specifically in the Environment, Environment Health and Environmental sustainability.This will include:The implementation of actions and development of new initiatives that ensure Council and the community are moving towards sustainability.Facilitating appropriate environ
- About the roleA Local government client is seeking a Finance Project Officer to join our team on a contract until June 2026. The purpose of this role is to provide financial analysis, accounting, and support to QRA funded disaster recovery projects. You will be instrumental in helping to manage high-value works, which are in excess of $90 million for the disaster recovery program.Key responsibilities include:Building a robust understanding of QRA grant funAbout the roleA Local government client is seeking a Finance Project Officer to join our team on a contract until June 2026. The purpose of this role is to provide financial analysis, accounting, and support to QRA funded disaster recovery projects. You will be instrumental in helping to manage high-value works, which are in excess of $90 million for the disaster recovery program.Key responsibilities include:Building a robust understanding of QRA grant fun
- Senior Project officer and Principal Project Officer Are you a seasoned project leader ready to drive strategic and innovative change within a highly sought after Government Department? We are seeking not one BUT two Project Officers (A07 Principal Project Officer and AO6 Senior Project officer equivalent) to provide leadership and strategic oversight on critical, system-wide initiatives.About the roles. These roles require professionals who excel at manaSenior Project officer and Principal Project Officer Are you a seasoned project leader ready to drive strategic and innovative change within a highly sought after Government Department? We are seeking not one BUT two Project Officers (A07 Principal Project Officer and AO6 Senior Project officer equivalent) to provide leadership and strategic oversight on critical, system-wide initiatives.About the roles. These roles require professionals who excel at mana
- 🛡️ Australian Government Security Officer (APS 5/6) - NV1 Cleared About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an APS 5 or APS 6 Security Officer. This critical role is essential for maintaining the integrity of our security posture, specifically involving the management of highly sensitive government information and resources.The successful candidate will be responsible for applying their expertise to i🛡️ Australian Government Security Officer (APS 5/6) - NV1 Cleared About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an APS 5 or APS 6 Security Officer. This critical role is essential for maintaining the integrity of our security posture, specifically involving the management of highly sensitive government information and resources.The successful candidate will be responsible for applying their expertise to i
- Principal Policy & Project OfficerEducation SectorDynamic TeamContract Opportunity - Immediate StartDo you have solid experience in policy, able to manage projects and a great work attitude?As the Principal Policy & Project Officer you will provide high level policy, project and program management leadership to a range of career education and pathways initiatives. Working in collaboration with your team and key stakeholders, you will also provide expert aPrincipal Policy & Project OfficerEducation SectorDynamic TeamContract Opportunity - Immediate StartDo you have solid experience in policy, able to manage projects and a great work attitude?As the Principal Policy & Project Officer you will provide high level policy, project and program management leadership to a range of career education and pathways initiatives. Working in collaboration with your team and key stakeholders, you will also provide expert a
- APS6 Project Officer (NV1/NV2 clearance) The OpportunityThis strategic role will focus on developing networks with Australians in the UN and various multilateral organisations across the globe. It involves project management, stakeholder engagement and management, research and analysis, written reports, and contract managementKey Duties and Responsibilities Include:Project Leadership & Design: Develop a project plan for greater strategic engagement with AAPS6 Project Officer (NV1/NV2 clearance) The OpportunityThis strategic role will focus on developing networks with Australians in the UN and various multilateral organisations across the globe. It involves project management, stakeholder engagement and management, research and analysis, written reports, and contract managementKey Duties and Responsibilities Include:Project Leadership & Design: Develop a project plan for greater strategic engagement with A
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about project officer jobs
As a project officer, you support the project manager in coordinating activities in a project. You focus on administrative and technical tasks to ensure the efficient completion of projects. For instance, you schedule meetings, hire workers, assign tasks and prepare documentation relating to projects. As a project officer, you can work in industries ranging from construction or mining to corporate work environments.
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If you want a head start in your career as a project officer, pursue a bachelor’s degree in project management or business administration. You can also start with a Certificate IV in Project Management or a diploma in project management. The role requires previous work experience in project planning, which you can gain through internships and entry-level positions.
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