Project Officer

Project Officer

• Part time, 3 days per week,
• Scholarship program
• Leading not-for-profit membership body

Our client is a not-for-profit, member-based organisation in Melbourne, known for its innovation, education support, peer-to-peer activities, and national representation.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will assist with their Annual Scholarships Program, together with supporting ongoing education, peer to peer support, and annual activities around events in the Northern Territory.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Coordination of initiatives across the NT
• Project management, stakeholder engagement, event & financial management, and secretariat support for the committee
• Overseeing the administrative and governance functions of the initiative
• Helping to support and respond to member queries and issues
• Some NT travel required

Key Selection Criteria:

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant field and/or relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in project management
• Experience and understanding of grant/scholarship governance
• The ability to communicate and work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander communities
• General understanding of medical and GP training
• Sound problem solving/conceptual and analytical skills with a thorough understanding of relevant policies and processes
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding in a professional context
• Able to travel to NT when required

This role is a part-time, 6 month contract, with a view to progressing to permanent role within the organisation.

If you are an experienced Project Officer looking for a part-time role in which you can use your experience in project management, please apply by sending your CV with a cover letter responding to the skills required section above. Alternatively, please call Gabrielle Patterson on 0416 170 100 or email gab@pattersonrecruitment.com.au