Horticulture Projects & Communications Officer

Central Regional TAFE; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Work from home up to 50% of the week

Generous leave entitlements

Modern, accessible offices near public

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia is seeking a Project Officer to deliver operational and strategic communications to promote horticultural research outcomes. You will work with project teams, external stakeholders, funding bodies and other government departments to ensure timely and clear communication of achievements and impacts.

This fixed-term full-time role runs until 30 June 2027 with potential extension or permanency.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong organisational skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in preparing communications materials and developing communication strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational and strategic communication activities to promote horticultural research outcomes.
• Collaborate with project teams, external stakeholders, funding organisations and other government departments to communicate outcomes clearly and timely.
• Ensure communications meet commitments outlined in research agreements and provide targeted information to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communications advisory

Job description

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia is seeking a Project Officer to deliver operational and strategic communications to promote horticultural research outcomes. You will work with project teams, external stakeholders, funding bodies and other government departments to ensure timely and clear communication of achievements and impacts.

This fixed-term full-time role runs until 30 June 2027 with potential extension or permanency.