The Project Officer primarily supports the IPC team on work to related to transition of the Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection to the Commission. The role includes undertaking end-to-end procurement, project planning and management, contract management, budget planning, preparation of reports, briefings and other documents for internal and/or external audiences, and providing secretariat support for Commission committees, working groups, including arranging meetings, forums and workshops. Additionally, this role also provides support for the National Hand Hygiene Initiative help desk, as required, and other administrative support roles for the team. The key duties of the position include Duties of the Project Officer will include, but are not limited to, the following: Collate, edit and draft meeting papers, correspondence, discussion papers, submissions, consultation materials, briefing notes and other written materials associated with the program. Provide secretariat support for committees and working groups, including preparation of agenda papers, meeting notes, logistics and other administrative tasks. Undertake project management activities, including input into project planning and documentation; monitoring and reporting on progress of projects; and identifying problems and proposing possible solutions. Undertake procurement and contract management activities, including financial administration and budget preparation and monitoring. Collaborate with members of the IPC team and other teams within the Commission to support the work of the achievement of the Work Plan and other designated projects. Research, review and analyse data, reports, published material and expert opinion to provide information and advice to support the development of projects and program initiatives. Work with the team to create and/or update resources for internal and external audiences. Contribute to the operation of the National Hand Hygiene Initiative (NHHI) Help Desk, management of the team email boxes and other support services for health system staff who use the learning management system and NHHI auditing applications. Under direction, liaise with national and state authorities, professional organisations, individuals, government and non-government organisations; and collaborate with all team members and other areas of the Commission to support the work of the Commission. Other duties as required which may include projects and providing assistance to the Commission's corporate functions, such as assistance with reception duties.
