Project Management Office (PMO) Project OfficerAre you purpose driven and wanting to make a difference? Do you love working with smart and passionate people who are dedicated to creating impact for Australia's most recognisable natural wonder? Do you long to work in a flexible and supportive workplace? We have the role for you!
At the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, we think big. We know the threats to coral reefs are too complex for one person or one solution to solve. That's why we built a collaborative organisation to raise funds, invest in innovative ideas and design real-world, scalable conservation programs. We work in close partnership with communities, scientists, businesses and governments to do our work, in Australia and in the Pacific.
Our mission is to create a better future for coral reefs.
You could be the right fit for our team.
BENEFITSFlexible working arrangementsPaid parental leave for permanent rolesAdditional leave offered over the Christmas breakCultural, Religious and Ceremonial leaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Opportunities to visit the reef and volunteer within our programsOption to purchase additional leaveTailored induction programSalary Packaging (Please note, the Foundation is an environmental charity and as such employees are not exempt from FBT for salary packaging for some expenses, therefore the staff member will be required to pay the FBT on the relevant expenses they chose to package)ABOUT THE ROLEThe PMO Officer works as part of the Project Management Office (PMO) at the Great Barrier Reef Foundation (GBRF). The PMO plays an integral part in upholding contract and project management standards, processes, and best practices, ensuring that project and contract management activities are carried out efficiently and contribute to strategic objectives. In this collaborative position, the PMO Officer works closely with team members across the organisation to help deliver the greatest impact for the reef.
The PMO Officer helps maintain a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement, while ensuring that systems and workflows are optimised for efficiency.
Additionally, all roles in the PMO provide support for the management and optimisation of the ASANA platform, including workflow design, documentation, training, and ongoing system administration.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLSExperience: 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, project accounting, administrative functions, or contract management.Degree in business administration or relevant field desirable.Systems: Experience using business platforms such as Asana, SharePoint, or similar project management tools.Organisation skills: Strong organisational abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple tasks and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.Adaptability: Willingness to learn new systems and processes, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.Compliance awareness: Basic understanding of compliance and risk management principles, including procurement and contract management processes.OTHER INFORMATIONThe contract is fixed term for 2 yearsThe role is full-time and based in BrisbaneFlexible work arrangements are availableThe annual salary range is $70,000-85,000 plus superannuation (11.5%)Job Ad closing on Friday 29 NovemberApplications will be reviewed as they are receivedYour application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a project officer?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years of project management experience do you have?Have you completed a qualification in business administration? #J-18808-Ljbffr