ROLE DESCRIPTION
1.
ROLE DETAILS
Role Title
Senior Project Officer
Role No
Classification Level
ASO7
Discipline
Administrative
Division
Corporate
Date Created
April 2014
Branch/Unit
State Recovery Office
Date Approved
April 2014
Reports To
National Consultant, Disaster Recovery
Date Reviewed
30 June 2015
2.
ROLE CONTEXT
Role Summary
The Senior Project Officer is a fixed term role under the auspice of the Community Services Disaster
Recovery Sub-Committee (CSDRSC) and responsible for Community Recovery Workforce Development
Project funded through the National Emergency Management Program.
The role is hosted by the State Recovery Office and is accountable to the CSDRSC under the supervision
of the National Consultant, Disaster Recovery for the delivery of the Community Recovery Workforce
Development project outcomes, including:
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A Community Recovery Workforce Ministerial Memorandum of Understanding

A Community Recovery Training Partnership between jurisdictions

Scenario planning activities to quantify the scale and capacity of the community recovery workforce
across jurisdictions

A principles-based framework for a broad base community recovery workforce
The role will also be required to provide written and oral presentations and reports to the ANZEMC
Reporting/Working
Relationships
Special Conditions
3.
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CSDRSC members
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The Chair of the CSDRSC
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The Australian Emergency Management Institute (AEMI)
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Australia and New Zealand Emergency Management Committee (ANZEMC) Recovery SubCommittee (RSC)
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Broader national emergency management sector
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Non-government agencies with a role in emergency management
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Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a Background Screening and National
Criminal History Record Check (NCHRC) prior to being employed and every three years.
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Frequent Interstate travel, including overnight stays, will be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Not applicable
4.
PRIMARY OUTCOMES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
RELATED TASKS
Project Management
 Develop, implement and manage the Community Recovery Workforce Development project by:
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preparing project briefs.
planning, researching information and developing project plans.
monitoring, evaluating and reporting on project outcomes.
 Plan for and manage risk.
 Provide a high level of expertise and operational experience in planning, researching,
developing, funding, contracting, monitoring and evaluating plans and programs.
 Negotiate and consult with key stakeholders and evaluate whole of government and
community implications.
 Identify key performance indicators and monitor that the necessary information management
systems are in place for the reporting and monitoring of performance.
 Identify service provider agencies and other stakeholders who may require technical
assistance in order to adopt processes.
 Manage allocated funds and exercise financial resource delegation within project
requirements.
Consultation and Advice
 Conduct significant consultation and liaison with Commonwealth, State and Local
Government agencies, non-government organisations, and industry groups to achieve
optimal outcomes.
 Encourage agencies to work co-operatively with other government agencies, nongovernment organisations and consumers and provide policy advice consistent with these
objectives.
 Participate in national forums and influence decision making.
 Facilitate meetings, workshops, forums and consultations with senior staff from a broad
range of organisations to develop a national perspective on community recovery workforce
requirements
 Provide written and verbal progress reports, and a written final project summary report to the
CSDRSC, RSC Commonwealth Attorney General’s Department and other recovery focused
bodies.
 Produce written reports and Ministerial responses and briefing notes as required.
Community Recovery
Workforce
Research and Training
Organisational Contribution

Develop and implement a community recovery training partnership between jurisdictions.

Develop and implement principles based framework for a broad based community recovery
workforce.

Undertake scenario planning to assess the scale and scope of the community recovery
workforce across all jurisdictions.

Develop a community recovery workforce Ministerial Memorandum of Understanding across
all jurisdictions.

Undertake research into national and international community recovery workforce trends and
education, and training standards

Engage with key community and recovery education bodies, including the Industry Skills
Council and Australian Emergency Management Institute (AEMI) and other recovery
education providers

Investigate the capacity for consistent community recovery workforce training and education
across all jurisdictions.

Provide positive leadership and guidance to staff for the implementation of new policies and
processes.

Understand and follow workplace safety initiatives, identify hazards and contribute to a safe
working environment, as well as follow procedures to manage and minimise risks within the
DCSI.

Follow the principles of a sustainable working environment by following departmental
greening initiatives.

Model ethical behaviour and practices consistent with SA Government Code of Ethics for
Public Sector Employees and DCSI stated values.
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5.
DCSI CAPABILITIES
Relating &
Communicating
Client Focus
Achieving
Objectives
Personal Drive &
Professionalism
Continuous
Improvement

Develop and facilitate forums to engage stakeholders and other government department to establish
networks to achieve goals, increase departmental knowledge and create communication channels

Use negotiation an influential communication to convey information and mediate conflict

Use a variety of media resources and use the optimal communication channels to achieve maximum
impact

Monitor trends and progress and adapt strategies, procedures and policies to deliver the highest levels
of service.

Translate the client service vision into strategies that enhance operations.

Identify and acts on new opportunities and to develop customer relationships .

Analyse current/potential resources and optimal courses of action and recognise the risks and benefits
of actions to achieve results

Establish links between organisational and team objectives and identify common goals across the
business unit to deliver optimal use of resources.

Use the current vision, strategy, timelines and departmental goals to synthesise clear action plans and
direction for all members within the team/ business unit.

Provide influential leadership and advice when faced with difficult and/or high pressure situations.

Establish links between organisational and team objectives and identify common goals across the
business unit to deliver optimal use of resources.

Role model the vision and values of the department and inspire commitment amongst staff and
stakeholders

Identify limitations in current strategic vision and develop innovative solutions in order to maximise
outcomes
 Monitor trends within the political environment and assess the potential impact on the department.
Respect Cultural
Diversity
6.
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Analyse information and develop action plans to manage and minimise potential risks and maximise
opportunities

Take action and provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds as well as engaging in learning about other cultures to better establish
relationships and improve services.
ROLE SPECIFIC CAPABILITIES
1
Disaster Recovery Knowledge Base – demonstrate extensive knowledge of the purpose, principles and concepts of disaster
recovery and the broader disaster mitigation, response and recovery policy, practice and structures
2
Relationships and Partnerships – demonstrate capacity to develop and maintain productive working relationships with all
levels of Government, agencies, stakeholders and community groups.
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7.
Projects and Programs – demonstrate experience to plan, implement, monitor, assess and evaluate appropriate
projects and programs in collaboration with key stakeholders
Training and Education Knowledge Base - demonstrate knowledge of the National Qualification Framework, Industry
Skills Council and their relationship to the development of nationally accredited courses
Written Skills – utilise experience in presenting complex issues and findings in writing, such as reports,
recommendations and briefing notes.
DELEGATES APPROVAL
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Date:
Signature:
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