Senior Project Officer, System Support

Description:

Role Highlights

• Flexible working arrangements available
• Contribute to positive experiences and outcomes for children and families
• Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders

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 System Stewardship Directorate is responsible for policy, strategy and innovation projects that support the Child and Family Support System by working inclusively with sector partners and across the Division.

Role Details

The Senior Project Officer, System Support is a role within System Stewardship, Child and Family Support and is accountable to the Manager, Practice Improvement and Service Development for:
• Developing, implementing and evaluating projects which support non-statutory child centred family support services across South Australia.
• Consulting, liaising and supporting key stakeholders to foster effective collaborations and a network of strategic alliances across government.
• Providing advice and guidance on early intervention priorities, strategies and practice for the child and family support system and contributing to the development and implementation of cross-agency initiatives.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Must comply with any order, direction, policy or procedure of the Chief Executive or delegate to receive vaccinations.

Role Status: Term up to 15/05/2026

Salary Range: $98,478-$104,165 (ASO6)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Tania Westwood, 0447 834 065 Email: tania.westwood2@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.

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.

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