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Senior Project Officer
Department of Human Services
Job reference: 847447
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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

Women's Equality and Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence System Reform

This Directorate leads whole-of-government system reform to improve women's equality, safety and wellbeing and to prevent and respond to domestic, family and sexual violence in South Australia. They bring together the Office for Women and the Office for the Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence to deliver the state's agenda on gender equality and violence prevention, coordinate cross-government and sector reform, and implement key strategies, legislation and national partnership commitments. 

Role Highlights
  • Work in a modern and dynamic environment
  • Contribute to positive experiences and outcomes for children and families
  • We value people who have curiosity, passion and desire for continuous improvement
Role Details

The Senior Project Officer is a role within the Women’s Equality and DFSV System Reform and is accountable to the Clinical Lead, DFSV System Reform, for:
• supporting the implementation of initiatives related to DFSV Royal Commission recommendations and monitoring the progress of system elements, including integrated responses to people using violence, adult victim-survivors and children and young people
• establishing and maintaining comprehensive and effective systems, processes and communication strategies to support continuous improvement in DFSV System Reform practices
• supporting policy and program design and service delivery across the portfolio, ensuring reforms are trauma informed, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of children and young people
• providing high level project/policy advice and stakeholder engagement support on a broad range of issues that affect the status of women, including legislative reform.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Must hold a current Australian issued Driver's Licence (equivalent to minimum class ‘C' - South Australian). 

Classification

ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range

$102,171-$108,071

Duration

Term up to eighteen (18) months

Enquiries to

Kat Bradley
Email: kat.bradley@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.

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

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: 24/06/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Senior Project Officer - ASO6.pdf


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.