Special Project Officer

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Work type: Full Time - Temporary
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Administration

Special Projects Officer

Temporary Full Time (Flexible) – 12 months parental leave cover 

Band 7 - $105,898.17 - $118,398.60 per annum (pro rata) + super 

  • Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
  • Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

Join Our Compliance & Parking Services Team as a Special Project Officer!

Make a Difference Through Strategic Project Management

The Compliance & Parking Services Branch is seeking a highly motivated and organised Special Project Officer to play a key role in driving positive change for our branch and the community.

This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead on critical projects and initiatives such as the Local Law Review, Domestic Animal Management Plan Review and other projects, ensuring their successful completion and contribution to our overall organisational, branch and community goals.

What you will be responsible for:

  • Manage and lead multiple high-impact projects from conception to completion, fostering effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, regularly monitoring progress and reporting on key metrics.
  • Keep project documentation up to date, including relevant issues logs, policies, processing manuals, and activity reports.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with staff across the branch and collaborate effectively with internal/external partners.
  • Conduct research and analysis to support project objectives and identify potential risks and mitigation strategies.

Who you are:

  • A highly motivated and results-oriented professional with experience in projects.
  • Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, timelines, ensuring projects stay on track.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
  • A strong understanding of project documentation principles and adept at keeping records accurate and organised.
  • Experience fostering collaboration and building strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Prior experience in a Compliance and/or Parking environment (or a similar regulatory field) is a strong asset.
  • A keen understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and other statutory requirements is preferred.

Download File 105112 - Special Projects Officer - Position Description.pdf

For further information see the position description or contact Darren Borg, Acting Coordinator Administration & Prosecutions on 9205 5019 or darren.borg@yarracity.vic.gov.au

Applications close on Monday 11 November at 11.55pm.

To apply for this role, please upload your Cover letter, CV and Key Selection Criteria in a separate document.

This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.

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