Project Officer (2 positions) 

Animal Health Australia

Canberra ACT

Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals & Conservation)

$60,000 - $70,000

12 Month Fixed term contract

 

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

Animal Health Australia (AHA) is the trusted and independent national animal health body in Australia, bringing together government and industry to deliver animal health and biosecurity.

With our members we scan the horizon for threats and opportunities, advocate for and drive solutions and take a whole-of-sector approach to ensure the long-term success of Australia's animal health and biosecurity system.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

AHA is seeking two (2) Project Officer’s to join the Project Management Office (PMO) on a fixed term basis, to work closely with the Biosecurity and Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) teams to coordinate and conduct project secretariat activities and support the successful delivery of projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide project secretariat support (assisting chair to develop agendas, collate and circulate papers, prepare, and circulate minutes and actions, invite and coordinate guest speakers)
• Organise meeting logistics (doodle polls, video call set-up, travel, accommodation, catering, venue booking, etc.).
• Manage correspondence, including monitoring and managing of mailboxes, telephone/email enquiries
• Demonstrate AHA values in their daily approach to work and interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Total remuneration for this position is in the range of $60,000 - $70,000 (including super) and will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s level of experience.

 

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Central location in Canberra with spacious office.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Light rail station across the road.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Great office culture.

 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum 12 months experience in administration or project support roles
• Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of service and support to internal and external stakeholders
• Strong time management and organisational skills with the ability to show initiative, flexibility, and work on multiple priorities in parallel to meet varying deadlines
• Sound interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• An understanding and ability to implement policies and practices with demonstrated skills and experience in administration
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with leaders and colleagues at all levels of the organisation
• Commitment to deliver excellent customer service
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to, and promote, change
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams, contemporary office software applications, internet communication tools and Microsoft Excel skills.

Desirable

• Experience working in multi-project environment
• Experience and/or working knowledge of animal health and/or biosecurity

 

Please submit a CV and cover letter to:

aha@animalhealthaustralia.com.au with the subject line ‘Project Manager’ or click on ‘Apply now’ by COB 30 November 2022.

Total remuneration for these position's is in the range of $60,000 - $70,000 (inclusive of super) and will be commensurate with the applicant’s level of experience.

For information regarding the role please contact Meri Duncanson, PMO and Projects Specialist on 0413 581 3348 or aha@animalhealthaustralia.com.au.

 

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