Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment Job reference: 845235 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone The role An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Project Officer to join the South Australian Leadership Academy (SALA) team at the Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment (OCPSE). The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in developing, delivering and reviewing engagement programs, projects and services that identify and develop strategic partnerships, promote executive connection and enhance SALA’s ability to develop leaders across all levels of the public sector. Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships, the Senior Project Officer develops, implements and reviews SALA communications and engagement strategies that build and strengthen relationships with agencies, partners and key stakeholders and undertakes program evaluation activities, including measuring and analysing program outcomes and developing recommendations to heighten sector impact. With a strong focus on future planning and continuous improvement, the Senior Project Officer develops, delivers and reviews projects and initiatives that strengthen engagement and leadership capability across the South Australian public sector and provides high quality project coordination, consultancy and assistance to complex SALA projects and strategic priorities. About You You are a people person who enjoys building mutually beneficial relationships that deliver both personal and professional outcomes. Motivated by seeing others do well, you have a genuine interest in business development, leadership training evolution and its future impact on the South Australian public sector, and the community more broadly. You enjoy autonomy and driving projects that inform and shape business operations, but are also happy to roll your sleeves up and pitch in with the rest of our small team to deliver programs and broader outcomes, while having a laugh along the way. About Us The Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment supports more than 100,000 South Australian public sector employees with their confidence and capability so they can deliver great results for our community. Our people are responsible for sector-wide reforms and programs that: Enhance workforce performance and potential Foster an inclusive, safe and ethical public sector Advance current and future leaders Build a confident and culturally capable public sector workforce Report the sector’s key data and effectively engage with our stakeholders Our employees exemplify the South Australian public sector’s values and are committed to being an inclusive, respected and resourceful team. Working with integrity is essential to our success as we strive to fulfil our sector’s purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives. Our Commitment to Diversity The OCPSE is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA, people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups. OCPSE recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our team and customers in delivering the future of SA. Remuneration Administration Services Officer, Level 6 (ASO6 $102,171 - $108,071 pa) Full time, temporary up to 24 months Enquiries to Paul Moore Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships sa.gov.au or 08 7322 7 Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online via I Work For SA by clicking ‘Apply’ and following the instructions. Applicants to submit a Covering Letter (maximum of 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the capabilities in the role description and a current CV (maximum of 5 pages). Applications should include the name, email address and contact number of three current referees. Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal history check. Applications close: 03/06/2026 11:45 PM Attachments: - Employment Declaration.pdf - SALA Senior Project Officer - ASO6 - Role Description 15May26.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.
