A little bit about us The Targeted Infrastructure Programs Branch is responsible for administering and implementing over $20 billion of national infrastructure sub-programs, delivered under the National Partnership Agreement on Land Transport Infrastructure Projects or through individual funding agreements.
These programs benefit all Australians by improving road safety, increasing productivity, and enriching communities.
We work in partnership with state, territory and local governments to form strong connections across the country and achieve the seamless delivery of a vast program of work.
Our programs include Road Safety Program, Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program, Black Spot Program, Local Roads & Community Infrastructure Program, National Land Transport Network Maintenance Program, Regional Australia Level Crossing Upgrade Program, Roads to Recovery Program, and the Remote Roads Upgrade Pilot Program.
We work with our stakeholders to support the delivery of over 28,000 projects nationwide through these programs.
The Targeted Infrastructure Programs Branch endeavours to create a positive, respectful and fun environment in which to complete our work.
The opportunity we have availableWe have several opportunities at the APS5 level to join the Targeted Infrastructure Programs Branch.
As a Program Officer you will be responsible for contributing to the management and delivery of our programs.
Depending on the role, you will undertake moderately complex work under general direction and sometimes tight deadlines.
You may be required to make decisions within your area of responsibility, contribute to broader team deliverables, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders on various tasks.
Your tasks may include: Contributing to program management activities including application assessments, monitoring existing projects, payment and reporting processes.
Reporting on the performance of programs and individual projects.
Using a range of IT systems to monitor projects and process payments.
Proactively engaging with our business partners, including state, territory and local government contacts to ensure compliance with program rules and effective delivery of projects.
Assisting with the development of program guidelines, communication materials and program or project advice.
Contributing to implementation and risk plans and mitigation strategies.
Preparing responses to correspondence, briefs and media queries.
Maintaining program and project records.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking motivated team players who are committed to delivering positive outcomes for Australia.
You will be organised, adaptive, work well autonomously and as part of a team and be able to contribute positively to our team culture.
To be a successful candidate you will have: Commitment to working as part of a team to deliver branch outcomes.
Good stakeholder engagement skills.
Excellent attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills Sound judgement Ability to learn new concepts quickly Problem-solving skills and ability to provide solutions to routine issues Capacity to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and adapt positively to change Ability to use program management IT systems to respond to queries Ability to review and verify data and information with attention to detail.
What else can we offer?
Exposure to high profile and exciting policy and program work.
Networking opportunities across the department, the wider APS and other levels of government.
Capability and professional development opportunities focused on your individual career goals.
Mentoring and access to the department's Professional Coaching Scheme.
Flexible working arrangements where appropriate, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.
Support for women's progression into senior leadership.
