Project Officer

• Temporary role up until December 2025 with possibility of extension
• Head Office based in Parramatta with flexible work arrangement options available
• Clerk Grade 7/8 ($106,025– $117,363) plus super and annual leave loading

About the Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

About the roles

The Project Officer performs project management and support activities that contribute to creating engaged partner and stakeholder networks that enhance disaster preparedness and confidence in recovery, especially in relation to critical infrastructure and essential community services.

The role responsibilities include:

• Support of delivery partners and coordination of engagement and stakeholder meetings and forums
• support the delivery of community focused projects as well as preparation of a range of partnership project-related documents including monthly status updates, quarterly reports, and discussion paper
• Communicate with key stakeholders and coordinate working groups, committees and consultations

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Location

The successful candidate is required to attend the Parramatta Office on occasion and as required. Travel may be required across NSW and to regional areas.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for team member who can manage the delivery of community focused projects and who can develop strong internal and external relationships.

• Proven experience and knowledge in community recovery
• Track record of working collaboratively to provide business, project and operational support in a community focused environment
• Ability to be flexible, show initiative and respond quickly when situations change
• Someone who is able to use facts, knowledge and experience to put forward recommendations for program efficiencies
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to meet agency objectives
• Ability to clearly communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To apply for this role, please submit an online application and attach your resume and cover letter which outlines your skills, experience, and capabilities relevant to this role.

Closing date: 11:59PM, Wednesday 2 October 2024

Contact: Natalie Meskauskas, Program Manager - Natalie.Meskauskas@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

Please contact people@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.