Senior Project Officer at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Governance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Reporting, Quality Assurance, Strategic Oversight, Problem Solving, Project Evaluation, Project Planning

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 9/10 Temporary Full-Time Various Locations About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for a Senior Project Officer to be part of our Project Management Office, Technology & Communication Services Command. The role manages and coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of complex projects to achieve project outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives. The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in managing important projects that support our organisation's goals. This position oversees the entire project process, from planning and execution to monitoring and evaluation, ensuring projects align with priorities. With a focus on governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, the Senior Project Officer uses best practices to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation. By combining problem-solving with strategic oversight, this role ensures that project results are impactful and contribute to our long-term vision. View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; opportunity to purchase leave; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and in-house gym facilities. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: Provide an example of how you have managed the end-to-end collation and quality assurance of project reporting documentation, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and readiness for presentation at a Steering Committee. What specific steps do you take to deliver a clear, reliable and governance aligned final pack? Target Question 2: Provide an example of a time when you anticipated, identified and addressed issues or potential problems across a program’s activities that could have affected delivery outcomes. What specific steps did you take to ensure risks were managed early and effectively? Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Megan Burton via (02) 8835 9030. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity: At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here For Technical assistance please contact: taleosupportexterna@police.nsw.gov.au (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line) Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The role manages and coordinates the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex projects within the Technology & Communication Services Command. It focuses on ensuring project alignment with organizational goals through governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.