APS5 Program Officer

Randstad Pty; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Pty is partnering with a prominent Federal Government Department to source Program Officers at an APS 5 equivalent level in Canberra. You will contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and governance for a large ICT division.

The role focuses on data management, talent initiatives, recruitment coordination, and communications, with a baseline security clearance or willingness to obtain one. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Teams, and Project Online is required.

Qualifications

• Baseline Security Clearance or willingness to obtain.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Teams, and Project Online.
• Strong written and verbal communication for executive materials.
• Collaborative approach with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of the ICT divisional workforce plan with data and analysis.
• Develop talent management and capability uplift initiatives.
• Coordinate ICT APS recruitment activities and reporting.
• Support ICT workforce governance, including agendas and briefing materials.
• Draft organisational communications and manage intranet content.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Teams

Project Online

Job description

The Opportunity

At Randstad, we are partnering with a prominent Federal Government Department to source multiple proactive and organised Program Officers at an APS 5 equivalent level.

You will become a key member of the ICT Workforce Governance and Assurance team, supporting crucial workforce planning, recruitment, and communication activities across a large scale ICT Division.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Workforce Planning: Supporting the maintenance of the ICT divisional operational workforce plan, which includes managing data, records, and analysis.
• Talent Initiatives: Developing talent management, succession planning, and capability uplift initiatives to strengthen the workforce.
• Recruitment Coordination: Monitoring ICT APS recruitment activities, tracking progress, and preparing departmental reports.
• Governance Support: Coordinating ICT workforce committees, managing agendas, and preparing executive briefing materials.
• Communications: Drafting organisational communications and maintaining digital products like micro videos and intranet pages.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for collaborative professionals who can align with organisational priorities and security frameworks. You will need:

• Clearance Requirement: You must hold, or be willing to obtain and maintain, a Baseline Security Clearance, with existing clearance holders highly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Microsoft Project Online.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to draft executive documentation and organisational alerts.
• Team Collaboration: A collaborative approach to working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Qualification

• Must hold or be willing to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance
• Proficient in Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Teams
• and Project Online
• Excellent written and verbal abilities for executive level drafting

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.