Project Officer
Plan and coordinate project activities under the direction of a Project Manager.
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- What's it like to be a Project Officer?
- How to become a Project Officer
- Latest Project Officer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Project Officers
- Is Project Officer the right role for you?
- Project Officer role reviews
What's it like to be a Project Officer?
Project Officers plan and coordinate project activities, including scheduling, reporting and document control. Project Officers play a support role to Project Managers and Project Administrators.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Collating budget and expenditure data.
- Scheduling meetings.
- Taking minutes.
- Coordinating project activities.
- Collating contracts, timesheets and reports.
- Drafting presentations and formatting documents.
- Supporting senior team members with administrative functions.
- Facilitating project communications.
How to become a Project Officer
You can become a Project Officer without formal qualifications, however employers may prefer candidates with a relevant qualification.
- Complete a tertiary qualification in project management or a related field. This could be a Certificate IV in Project Management Practice (BSB40920), Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820) or Bachelor of Business.
- Consider completing an industry-recognised certification, such as the Project Management Professional certification. Certification shows employers your skills are broad and up to date.
- After gaining experience as a Project Coordinator, consider developing your managerial skills and moving into a Project Manager role.
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Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Project Officers.Latest Project Officer jobs on SEEK
Be one of the first to discover these recently listed jobs, or browse all Project Officer jobs on SEEK right now.Project Officer/Leader
Western Australia Police
Maylands, Perth WA
Full Time
Healthcare & Medical13d ago
Project Support Officer
Department of Defence
Russell, Canberra ACT
Full Time
Government & Defence7d ago
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Project Officer employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Project Planning
Stakeholder Management
Project Management
Project Support
Project Documentation
Contract Management
Project Delivery
Administrative Support
Communication Skills
Written Communication
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Latest Project Officer reviews
Feb 2025
s a Project Officer, I have gained valuable experience in coordinating projects, managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance with policies, and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the successful delivery of key initiatives.
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Business Administration
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationInformation & Communication Technology
The good thingsOne of the aspects I enjoy most about my role as a Project Officer is the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that create a real impact. I thrive in an environment where I can use my orga...
The challenges1. Managing Multiple Priorities and Deadlines
• Handling multiple projects simultaneously can be demanding.
• Ensuring all tasks are completed on time while balancing competing priorities requires s...
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Dec 2023
As a Project Officer, every day is a dynamic journey of coordinating tasks, solving challenges, and fostering collaboration to ensure the successful execution of projects.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma IV in Business Administration
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsI am truly fortunate to be a part of a workplace that goes beyond just a job—it's a community where people, encouragement, and efficiency converge to create an environment where everyone can truly shi...
The challengesn/a - there is nothing that I don't like about my role
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