PROJECT OFFICER

•   Full time contract position until 31 March 2026 with possibility of extension• ASO6 salary range, $98,478 - $104,165 p.a. + Super •   Location to be negotiated with successful applicant

 About TAFE SA Awarded the Training Provider of the Year at the 2021, 2022 and 2024 SA Training Awards, TAFE SA ensures all South Australian students have access to quality education and skills training across a number of regional and metropolitan locations. 

By working with TAFE SA, youll have the opportunity to advance your career in a diverse and inclusive organisation, while helping to deliver job-ready skills and meaningful outcomes for students across our state.  

About the role TAFE SA is looking for an experienced Project Officer. You will engage with staff across Student Engagement and Customer Service provide administrative support, advice and project skills to support the working group to deliver a range of initiatives and technology projects supporting operational and strategic goals. The Project Officer provides expert advice on the planning, scoping, execution and monitoring of projects within the Student Engagement and Customer Service department. The Project Officer works under limited direction to deliver advice related to the activities of the Student Engagement and Customer Service and broader Student Experience directorate.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at managing complex workflows, this role is for you.  

Key Selection Criteria: 

• Highly developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to develop operative networks, provide sound, well-formulated written and verbal advice, reports and briefings to senior management and communicate and negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience developing, scoping, managing, and delivering projects or workflows in complex environments, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities. 
• Demonstrated experience with multiple technology systems, user testing and training including high proficiency in Microsoft Office 360 suite products.
• Demonstrated ability to deploy professional integrity and tact in handling confidential matters. 
• Advanced problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities, fostering collaboration to achieve shared goals. 
• High level skills in the provision of data and information and the ability to analyse, evaluate and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and Community. 
• Qualifications in Business, Change or Project Management is highly desirable.  

 Special Conditions The successful applicant is required to demonstrate having a valid DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to being employed. Applicants who do not hold a WWCC will need to apply at Department of Human Services (DHS).  

• Some out of hours work will be required. 
• Some intra/interstate travel and overnight absences may be required. 
• Incumbent will be required to participate in the departments Performance Development Program 
• Eligibility to work in Australia. 

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions. 

Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online. For further information on how to apply for this position, please refer to the attached application guidelines and Role Descriptor. 

Your application must address all Key Selection Criteria as listed in the Role Description. Provide examples outlining your skills, experience, and knowledge of each criterion, and how you put them into practice. It is important that you identify skills you may have which are not explicitly specified in the Role Descriptor and yet, in your opinion, would enable you to perform well in the position.   

Inclusion and Flexibility Statement At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability. 

TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. 

Enquiries Christine InksterManager, Service Transformation E: ***************@tafesa.edu.au

Information :

• Company : TAFE SA
• Position : PROJECT OFFICER
• Location : Adelaide SA
• Country : AU