Eradication Program is on a mission to eliminate one of Australia’s most invasive pests – the fire ant.

These destructive pests threaten our way of life, posing serious risks to our homes, wildlife, and industries. We need passionate and dedicated individuals to help stop them in their tracks. Be part of a team making a real difference for Queensland’s future. Together, we can safeguard our environment and eradicate fire ants for good.

Just imagine what you could achieve with us.

Job details

As a Project Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the National Fire Ant Eradication Program (NFAEP) by providing high-level administrative and project support to the Innovation team. You will assist in the successful delivery of pilot projects, coordinate workshops and ensure effective communication with stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include maintaining project documentation, supporting risk management activities and proactively resolving challenges to achieve program goals. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to protecting Queensland's communities, environment and industries from the threat of fire ants.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-level administrative and project support, including compiling program information, maintaining project files and preparing management reports.
Coordinate logistics for workshops, prepare materials, and record key discussion points and outcomes to support the facilitation of problem definition workshops.
Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, managing expectations and fostering collaboration through feedback and lessons learned.
Support risk and issue identification, assessment and mitigation by documenting, reviewing and escalating risks and issues as appropriate.
Ensure the use of appropriate project management techniques, methodologies and tools in line with departmental requirements to support the successful delivery of pilot projects.
Provide secretariat services to project boards and committees, including preparing agendas, recording minutes and following up on action items.
Demonstrate strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to coordinate multiple tasks within agreed priorities, timeframes and accountabilities.
Prepare for workshops by managing all associated administrative functions, including logistics, scheduling and resource preparation.
Proactively identify and resolve issues to ensure program goals and objectives are met.

What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a motivated and capable individual who can bring their skills and experience to this important role.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Experience in project support, including the use of project management tools and methodologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address challenges effectively.
A proactive approach to resolving issues and achieving program objectives.
A commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion in the workplace.

Why Join Us?
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to Queensland's future by helping to eradicate fire ants and protect our homes, wildlife and industries. You'll work as part of a passionate and dedicated team, gain valuable project management experience, and play a key role in delivering innovative solutions.

If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Further information

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

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Documents

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

• Candidate Information Pack DPI (PDF, 265KB)
  
  
  689378 26 - Role Description (Word, 939KB)