SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER

Full job description
Department of Human Services
Job reference: 677461
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

Convenient CBD location
Exciting opportunity to work within the SA Government Public Sector
Flexible working arrangements available
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Our Community and Partnerships team delivers funding and programs that support the capacity and wellbeing of South Australian communities, including Grants SA, Community Programs and Partnerships, Gambling Harm Support SA, Community Connections and Business Services.

Role Details

The Senior Project Officer is a role within Community and Partnerships, and is accountable to the Manager, Community Connections for:
providing advice and manage as appropriate the preparation, negotiation, and monitoring of service and grant agreements.
working in partnership with Department of Human Services (DHS) funded service providers on issues related to compliance and performance.
supporting and facilitating the ongoing development and capacity building of DHS funded service providers
informing and supporting the work of Community and Social Investments, DHS, and community partners by gathering and ensuring access to relevant information about DHS’s priority populations and communities
enabling collaborations across DHS and between government (all levels), services, and people in communities, to maximise development of responses to area, place or regional issues
contributing to community development and social inclusion approaches with a particular focus on DHS’s priority populations and communities.
Special Conditions

Only people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent may apply (pursuant to Section 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1+84).
National Police Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Role Status: Term up to 01/05/2026

Salary Range: $+8,478 - $104,165 (ASO6)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Michael Hill, 0435 128 6+2 michael.hill3@sa.gov.au

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.


Applications close: 21/06/2025 11:30 PM
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