Project Officer - Project Management Office
The Great Barrier Reef Foundation is the largest coral reef conservation group on the planet, dedicated to creating a better future for coral reefs. In the last five years we have achieved more breakthroughs in coral reef science than have been delivered in the past 50.
We work in close partnership to achieve breakthroughs in marine science, bring species and habitats back from the brink, pioneer new tools and catalyse new solutions. We know that no single person or solution can provide all the answers. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
We collaborate with more than 600 dedicated partners on conservation projects in Australia and the Pacific. Our work is broad, but falls under our three overarching pillars: restoring coral reefs, protecting ocean habitats, and working with Traditional Owners and communities. This is the critical decade for the world’s reefs. We cannot achieve our mission alone.
BENEFITS
- Flexibility that works for you – multiple flexible working arrangement options including hybrid work, flexible hours, compressed weeks, and time off in lieu to design a schedule that fits your life.
- Birthday Leave & recharge days
- Additional leave offered over the Christmas break
- Cultural, Religious and Ceremonial leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunities to visit the Reef and volunteer within our programs
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Tailored induction program
- A modern workplace – our Brisbane office is just a 3-minute walk from the South Bank busway and train station, located in the new MOBO building with rooftop pool access, and end-of-trip facilities.
- Salary Packaging (Please note, the Foundation is an environmental charity and as such employees are not exempt from FBT for salary packaging for some expenses, therefore the staff member will be required to pay the FBT on the relevant expenses they chose to package)
ABOUT THE ROLE
The PMO Officer works as part of the Project Management Office (PMO) at the Great Barrier Reef Foundation (GBRF). The PMO plays an integral part in upholding contract and project management standards, processes, and best practices, ensuring that project and contract management activities are carried out efficiently and contribute to strategic objectives. In this collaborative position, the PMO Officer works closely with team members across the organisation to help deliver the greatest impact for the reef.
The PMO Officer helps maintain a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement, while ensuring that systems and workflows are optimised for efficiency.
Additionally, all roles in the PMO provide support for the management and optimisation of the ASANA platform, including workflow design, documentation, training, and ongoing system administration.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, project accounting, administrative functions, or contract management.
- Degree or equivalent experience in business administration or relevant field desirable.
- Systems: Experience using business platforms such as Asana, SharePoint, or similar project management tools.
- Organisation skills: Strong organisational abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple tasks and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
- Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn new systems and processes, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Compliance awareness: Basic understanding of compliance and risk management principles, including procurement and contract management processes.
JOB LOCATION:
Brisbane
WORK TYPE:
- The role is fixed term full time, with a fixed term date of two years
- Flexible work arrangements are available
- The salary range is $75,000 - $85,000 plus super
RECONCILIATION:
- First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply. The release of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation’s first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is a proud moment in our organisation’s 20-year history. We see this achievement as an honour, a responsibility, and an opportunity. Take a look at our RAP plan