- Lead important projects that help the justice system run smoothly.
- Shape clear advice and reporting for senior leaders and ministers.
- Work across varied projects, from budgets to major reporting processes.
- Build your leadership skills while mentoring others and solving complex problems.
- Fixed-term, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

What you will do

As senior project officer, you will lead projects and reporting across the justice system.

You will help senior leaders manage priorities, solve problems and deliver key corporate work.

You will:

- lead complex projects and reporting processes that support the group's work
- develop clear advice, reports and supporting material for senior leaders
- plan responses to emerging issues and manage changing priorities
- build strong working relationships across the department and government
- mentor junior staff, share knowledge and represent the team when needed.

About you

You do not need a specific qualification for this role. You should have robust experience managing projects in complex environments.

You should also have:

- strong project skills and experience managing complex work from start to finish
- clear communication skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels
- sound judgement and resilience when solving problems under pressure
- leadership skills that help you mentor others and improve how teams work

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.



If you have any further questions, feel free to email Georgia Haines at [email protected].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

📌 Senior Project Officer (India)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety
📍 India