October 23, 2024

SA Government -DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Adelaide

CONTRACT & OTHER

INFORMATION PROJECT OFFICER - SAFETY HUBS COORDINATOR

Department of Human Services
Job reference: 629393
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

Convenient CBD location
Vibrant, committed and supportive team
Flexible working arrangements available

About the Business

The Office for Women is reponsible for the Domestic and Family Violence Safety Alliance and works across government and community towards achieving gender equity and positive change for women in South Australia. The Office develops policy and provides advice on issues affecting women to improve their safety, wellbeing and economic security.

Role Details

The Information Project Officer - Safety Hubs Coordinator, is a role within Community and Family Services and is accountable to the Manager, Women’s Information Service (WIS), for:

Coordination of Regional Safety Hub programs including the continuous improvement of programs and monitoring of service delivery through the Safety Hubs.

Oversight of Safety Hubs to enable operational consistency, collaboration and compliance in accordance with contract requirements and expectations.

Providing project support for WIS projects, including contract negotiations and variations, preparation of documentation, agreements and spreadsheets for financial reporting and development of training curriculum.

Assisting the development and continuous improvement of WIS services, through expanding stakeholder relationships, sourcing program opportunities and updating and reviewing WIS procedures.

Key outcomes and accountabilities:

1. Support the design, implementation, monitoring and continuous review of the Safety Hub programs, taking into consideration the needs of the local community.

2. Effectively resolve issues and positive outcomes through liaison with key stakeholders.

3. Assist in the development and provision of project documentation that meets operational and corporate requirements for the Minister, boards, senior management and key stakeholders.

4. Maintain operational partnerships with host organisations and community groups at a local and state level, and lead effective communication processes with staff and key stakeholders.

5. Plan and monitor the performance of the team to deliver quality services in line with key objectives.

6. Drive community engagement activities in regional South Australia.

7. Contribute to developing and supporting a standardised structure of community engagement across the program.

8. Contribute to the management of projects that support government policy aims and objectives within set timeframes.

Note: Any other responsibilities in line with the classification level of the role as assigned by Line Manager and/or the Department. The responsibilities as specified above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Role Status: Term up to 11/07/2025

Salary Range: $85,790-$95,413 (ASO5)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Ashleigh Horsnell, 0456 190 258 Email: ashleigh.horsnell2@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.

Applications close: 30/10/2024 11:30 PM