SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER

Full-time term vacancy available until 24 September 2027

Influence outcomes through expert advice and leadership

Employer contribution of 12% towards your superannuation.

Make your mark on projects that drive meaningful reform. The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead initiatives that strengthen services for children and families across South Australia. Based in Adelaide, you will shape strategy, provide high-level advice, and guide colleagues to deliver projects with real impact.

In this role, you will

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of strategic projects.
• Provide expert advice and analysis to guide decisions and reforms.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and project documentation.
• Mentor and support colleagues to build project management capability.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence positive outcomes.

To be successful

You are an experienced leader with a track record of delivering strategic projects in complex environments. You thrive on influencing outcomes, building strong relationships, and driving reforms that make a difference.

You bring high-level analytical and communication skills, along with the ability to mentor and guide colleagues. Your expertise allows you to manage competing priorities, oversee risks, and provide authoritative advice to senior stakeholders.

The Department for Child Protection offers a range of benefits, including leave loading and salary packaging opportunities, paid parental and partner leave, Employee Assistance Program, free annual flu vaccination for staff, and Fitness Passport.

• Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.
• Paid parental and partner leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling for you and your family).
• Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
• Fitness Passport (a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to DCP staff and their families).

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

For enquiries, please contact Naomi O'Connor - Manager Legislation Implementation at or .

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and prepare 2 referees. For assistance with technical issues, contact the help desk on .