Project Officer - Ministerial Liaison

Job Description

SA Fire and Emergency Services Commission Job reference: 654995Location: 5035 - KESWICKJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Primary Purpose of Role : The project officer role is primarily focused on managing and coordinating the Ministerial liaison function for SAFECOM and the Emergency Services Sector (ESS). The role will undertake project work, lead and contribute to SAFECOM communication strategies, develop and review policies and procedures, and support senior officers for their State and national commitments. Other duties include Freedom of Information (FOI) applications. Outcomes: The day-to-day relationship is coordinated and managed between SAFECOM, the Emergency Services Sector (ESS) and the Minister’s office on all ministerial, parliamentary briefings and other information requests. Reports and correspondence drafted by the Project Officer on behalf of the Chief Executive and those on complex and sensitive matters. Provision of advice, guidance and support to ESS executives and senior managers to ensure written material is of a suitable quality and presented to the Minister, Board and/or committees in an appropriate format. Assist providing support for sector committees and advisory groups, including SAFECOM Board, sub-committees, ESS Executive and other is provided as required. Provision of advice to the Chief Executive, Director and ESS on the development and implementation of policy and procedures for SAFECOM and the ESS. Effective leadership is provided to ESS to establish appropriate mechanisms for the management and administration of requests under the FOI Act 1991. Effective leadership and participation in the successful delivery of projects that achieve SAFECOM’s objectives. Effective working relationships and a network of strategic alliances with stakeholders across government and the emergency management sector are developed and maintained. Remuneration: ASO5$85,790 - $95,413Special Conditions: Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description. Enquiries: Julie BestChief Financial Officer.Ph: 8115 3932Email: Application Instructions: Applicants are required to address the criteria outlined in the Application Guidelines document.Applications must be submitted online. SAFECOM is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, women and other diverse groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive and inclusive recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application. Applications close: 07/03/2025 11:45 PMAttachments: - Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf- Project Officer - Ministerial Liaison PID.pdf- application_guidelines_emergency_services_sector - MLO.pdfFlexibility 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr