Are you a motivated and experienced project professional looking to make a meaningful impact?

The Department of Education is seeking a Senior Project Officer to join the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Project team.

This is your chance to contribute to a significant transformation initiative that will shape the future of education in Queensland.

Job details

About Us:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.  

We are dedicated to fostering fair and safe workplaces, promoting human rights, and building stronger communities.

The ERP Project is a key initiative aimed at transitioning the department's Corporate Finance Solution from SAP ECC6 to the S4 Hana Private Cloud edition. This modernisation will enhance the department's financial system, ensuring improved service delivery and efficiency.

Your Role:

As the Senior Project Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the successful delivery of the ERP Project by:

• Managing the development, implementation and monitoring of project plans
• Coordinate activities and resources
• Collaborate with teams across the department to achieve project objectives.
• Based in Brisbane City with flexible work options available

Position reports directly to the Project Director

Responsibilities include:

In this role, you will:

• Develop, implement and monitor project plans and phases to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate activities and resources across various teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Manage communication, liaison, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide high quality advice, reports and updates to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Promote governance, risk management and compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

About You:

To excel in this role, you will:

• Demonstrate previous experience in complex digital projects in particular migration of SAP ECC6 to S4 Hana Private Edition.
• Demonstrate strong project management skills, including planning, coordination and monitoring.
• Exhibit excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Show a commitment to fostering inclusive and collaborative workplaces.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem solving and achieving project outcomes.
• Uphold high standards of governance, accountability and professional practice.

Benefits:

• 12.75% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Close to public transport.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role and why you are interested in and applying for the role. 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CO678877_26T - Role Description (PDF, 244KB)
  Role Description