APS6 Project/Program Coordinator

Job Description

Position: APS5/6 Project / Program Coordinator

Location: Canberra, ACT

Start date: Multiple positions available – commencement dates in July, August and September

Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend

Pay rate: Rates negotiable dependent on skills and experience

Security requirements: NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance minimum

Overview

Our Federal Government client is seeking multiple APS5/6 Project/Program Coordinators to support the delivery of complex programs and projects within a high-profile security-focused environment. These roles will provide project coordination, governance, stakeholder engagement, communications, and administrative support across a range of initiatives, ensuring effective project delivery and successful business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and project coordination support to senior staff while managing competing priorities.
• Support project delivery activities, day-to-day operations, and business-as-usual functions.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes for project and governance forums.
• Provide governance support, including the preparation and management of governance papers and reporting documentation.
• Maintain project records, documentation, registers, and reporting information.
• Contribute to the preparation of project status reports, budgets, discussion papers, and stakeholder updates.
• Coordinate the flow of information between project teams, stakeholders, and governance bodies.
• Design and produce engaging infographics and visual materials to support presentations, reports, and communications.
• Assist in the development and delivery of project communications and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Support change management initiatives to facilitate successful adoption of new processes and systems.
• Assist with the development and delivery of training materials and project-related training activities.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience/requirements:

• Previous experience in a Project Coordinator, Program Coordinator, PMO, or similar project support role.
• Understanding of project management principles, including planning, monitoring, reporting, evaluation, and assurance activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated stakeholder engagement experience.
• Experience preparing project documentation, reports, meeting papers, and governance artefacts.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, tools, and digital technologies.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet multiple deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, service-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving capability.

Apply now or contact SOS Recruitment on 6260 8888 for a confidential discussion.

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