Graduate Officer, AUSVETPLAN

Full Job Description

Animal Health Australia (AHA) is the trusted and independent national animal health body in Australia, bringing together government and industry to deliver animal biosecurity. As a member organisation, and in collaboration with our members, we scan the horizon for threats and opportunities, advocate for and drive solutions and take a whole of sector approach to ensure the long-term success of Australia’s animal health and biosecurity system.

ABOUT THE ROLE

AHA has a 12-month full-time employment opportunity for a Graduate Officer to join the Australian Veterinary Emergency Plan (AUSVETPLAN) and Emergency Animal Disease Response Agreement (EADRA) programs. Reporting to the Head of program - AUSVETPLAN, the Graduate Officer, plays a key role in the support and coordination of project activities including planning, budgets, policies, procedures, reporting and stakeholder engagement. This role will liaise with a range of AHA stakeholders including government departments, livestock industries and veterinary professionals.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing project support to the AUSVETPLAN and EADRA programs including coordination, administration, analysis and reporting to enable the effective execution of the program activities.
• Record data and information within the program / project databases to maintain project interdependencies and enable project reporting processes.
• Use project management methodology to support training projects and activities being delivered within time, cost, and quality parameters.
• Support AUSVETPLAN and EADRA projects to deliver quality outcomes that align with budgets and timeframes and with AUSVETPLAN and EADRA reporting commitments.
• Maintain awareness and proactively manage potential risks and propose innovative and practical solutions and risk mitigation measures.
• Work cooperatively with stakeholders, to accomplish AHA objectives to build and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships and achieve results.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Central location in Canberra.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Light rail station across the road.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Great office culture.

Total remuneration for this position is from $63,654 (including super) and will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s level of experience.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Tertiary qualifications (or currently studying towards) in Agriculture, Science, Animal Science or related fields.
• Sound time management and organisational skills whilst managing conflicting priorities.
• Creative and independent thinker with the ability and confidence to propose solutions to complex issues.
• Sound interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Sound planning skills and/or experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively with leaders and colleagues at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work both under instruction and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and networks with members and key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to, and promote, change.
• Commitment to deliver excellent customer service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams, contemporary office software applications, internet communication tools and database administration.
• Experience in the Australian agricultural, biosecurity, or emergency management sectors.
• Experience in supporting the delivery of training programs.

APPLICATION

Please submit both a cover letter (2 page maximum) and CV  demonstrating how you meet the Graduate Officer essential skills (and any desirable skills) to with the subject line ‘Graduate Officer – AUSVETPLAN’ or clicking on ‘Apply now’ by close of business 21 May 2024.

Your application will include the following questions:

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