Project Support Officers LH-05554

Multiple Project Support Officers
Must hold Positive Vetting
RFQ ID - LH-05554

Cleared Recruitment are supporting ASD in the search for Project Support Officers.

ASD requires multiple APS4 equivalent Project Support Officers to fill positions across the organisation. A merit pool will be created for future positions that may arise.
Suitable candidates will be required to complete ASD’s Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA). This will be required either prior to commencing or within 12 months of commencement, as required by the assigned work area. ASD will allocate successful candidates to work areas based on operational needs.

Job Description:
ASD expects these candidates will be able to provide specialist and administrative support that is informed and directed by sound knowledge in specific areas and may undertake some research and analysis activities.
The PSOs will be accountable under limited direction to perform and achieve moderately complex project work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to have a good understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and ASD’s mission and policy requirements.

The PSOs will be accountable for organising their workflow, making decisions within their defined parameters relating to area of responsibility and will seek guidance when required. They may exercise some discretion with respect to how legislation, procedures and guidelines are interpreted and applied to their work. They will provide administrative support that is informed and directed by their knowledge of the function. They may undertake some research and analysis activities. They may be required to engage and communicate with stakeholders to identify, respond and provide advice on issues to achieve work unit and the Australian Signals Directorate outcomes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with project support tasks including the administration and coordination of project and/or program documentation.
• Accountable to contribute to the ongoing application of project and/or program planning and scheduling.
• Understand the reasons for decisions relating to project and/or program support and the broader impacts and implications of activities.
• Apply knowledge and experience of legislation, policies, strategies and team plans to program support work.
• Work collaboratively and operate as an effective team member. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on moderately complex operational and administrative matters.
• Build and sustain productive working relations both internally and externally including capability development teams.
• Take the initiative to progress work and prioritise taskings to meet business objectives.
• Evaluate and provide advice on capability or proposals.
• Maintain project financial records under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Conduct other project-related tasks within the scope of the stated APS level, as required by the assigned work area.

Technical skills

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a PSO or similar role.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, e.g. PRINCE2
• Experience working with Microsoft 365 and other software applications.

About the organisation
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is a statutory agency in the Defence portfolio that defends Australia against global threats and advances our national interests through the provision of foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations as directed by the Australian Government.

At Cleared Recruitment, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals with a background in ICT, Engineering, Cyber and Project Services, who are seeking their next opportunity within Defence Industry, Federal Government, Intelligence and National Security.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and job applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Therefore, we strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. The same applies to candidates who are of an indigenous origin.