Project Officer - Governance & Reporting

Www.chandlermacleod.com; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking a highly organised Senior Project Officer to strengthen the Emergency Relief and Support directorate’s data, reporting and governance capabilities ahead of the high‑threat season. This 6‑month contract role focuses on delivering improved information management and governance for emergency operations.

The role requires proven project management, strong data analytics, and the ability to work across ERS and Communities to support capability uplift and reporting

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience with results delivered within defined timeframes.
• Strong data governance, reporting and documentation skills.
• Experience developing governance documents and operational guidance.
• High-level written communication and ability to engage stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Data Governance & Reporting: Develop a tailored ERS Information Management Framework; build reporting tools and dashboards; coordinate financial and performance reporting; document data definitions and quality controls.
• Governance, Policy & Documentation: Create and embed Knowledge and Information Management documents; maintain governance registers and ensure alignment with standards.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate tasks, risks, schedules and progress reporting; prepare briefs and provide advice on risks and outcomes; work across ERS and Communities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with Data Office, Finance, People & Culture and operational teams; facilitate workshops; promote adoption of new systems.

Skills

Project management

Data governance

Reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Policy & documentation

Job description

Project Officer Level 6 – Emergency Relief & Support (6‑Month Contract)

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Project Officer to strengthen the Emergency Relief and Support (ERS) directorate’s data, reporting and governance capabilities ahead of the high‑threat season. This 6‑month temporary opportunity is ideal for someone with strong project, data and governance expertise who thrives in a fast‑paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Data Governance & Reporting

• Develop a tailored ERS Information Management Framework based on the WA IM Framework.
• Collaborate with the Data Office to build ERS reporting tools, dashboards and self‑service analytics for emergency operations.
• Coordinate financial and performance reporting, monitor expenditure, and support finance reform initiatives.
• Document data definitions, processes and quality controls to ensure consistent reporting.

Governance, Policy & Documentation

• Create and embed Knowledge and Information Management documents, including Directorate Instructions, Quick Reference Guides and operational guidance.
• Maintain governance registers (decisions, actions) and ensure alignment with public sector standards.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate project tasks, risks, schedules and progress reporting to support ERS preparedness.
• Prepare briefings and provide advice to ERS leaders on project risks, dependencies and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively across ERS and Communities operational areas.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with the Data Office, Finance, People & Culture and operational teams.
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to confirm requirements and support capability uplift.
• Communicate clearly to support adoption of new systems and processes.

About You

• Proven project management experience with results delivered within defined timeframes.
• Strong research, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in developing reporting tools, data processes or governance documentation.
• High‑level written communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience developing policy, frameworks or operational instructions.

Desirable

• Knowledge of data governance and business intelligence practices.
• Understanding of public sector finance and award‑based allowances.

Other Requirements

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Commitment to public sector values, accountability and work health & safety.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.