Stepping Into Internship Program - Position Description The Australian Network on Disability’s Stepping Into program is a paid internship scheme that matches talented university students with disability with roles in leading Australian businesses. Position Title VIC Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions – Agricultural Science Project Support Officer Intern Location Altwood, VIC Position Duration Minimum 152 hours June / July 2019 Position Overview Project Support Officer, Biosecurity Operations The Project Support Officer supports the Program Manager, Biosecurity Operations and other staff in the unit to deliver key projects which will achieve ongoing, long-term improvement of the interoperability, capability and regulatory functions within the Biosecurity and Agriculture Services branch. The applicant will work as a member of a team and undertake a variety of work to support the unit and business areas. What you will do Support the unit in a range of administrative and project tasks, including supporting organisation of meetings, processing of standard paperwork and assisting in production of key documents. Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with team members and with a range of stakeholders across Biosecurity Operations. Level 3, 80 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (02) 8270 9200 www.and.org.au
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Stepping Into Internship Program - Position DescriptionThe Australian Network on Disability’s Stepping Into program is a paid internship scheme that matches talented university students with disability with roles in leading Australian businesses.
Position Title
VIC Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions – Agricultural Science Project Support Officer Intern
Location
Altwood, VIC
Position Duration
Minimum 152 hours
June / July 2019
Position Overview
Project Support Officer, Biosecurity Operations
The Project Support Officer supports the Program Manager, Biosecurity Operations and other staff in the unit to deliver key projects which will achieve ongoing, long-term improvement of the interoperability, capability and regulatory functions within the Biosecurity and Agriculture Services branch. The applicant will work as a member of a team and undertake a variety of work to support the unit and business areas.
What you will do
Support the unit in a range of administrative and project tasks, including supporting organisation of meetings, processing of standard paperwork and assisting in production of key documents.
Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with team members and with a range of stakeholders across Biosecurity Operations.
Assist in project planning, monitoring and reporting activities. This could involve working on a range of projects including: a pilot program for the training and induction of new authorised officers; a safety review; and / or coordination projects across Biosecurity Operations that will ensure preparedness to respond to marine pest incursion, food safety incident, and other biosecurity incidents.
Become familiar with and apply OH&S policies and procedures for a safe work environment.
The ability to support team members on project tasks, for example organising meetings, communicating with Biosecurity Operations staff, assisting in the preparation of project documents and carrying out business processes as required (eg assisting with booking of courses and accommodation, recording expenses, etc).
A willingness to communicate promptly and clearly with team members to identify and address any problems as they arise.
The ability to gather and interpret information and draw upon this to contribute to high quality project outcomes.
The ability to develop positive relationships with team members.
Enthusiasm and a willingness to take on tasks to help and support the team and the business.
Health and Safety Requirements
The occupational health and safety requirements of this position include, but are not limited to activities involving:
Sedentary desk work
Manual handling
Ideal Degree/Discipline
Politics, Policy, Business and Science (Agricultural Science)
Eligibility Requirements
Second last or final year of a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree
Australian citizens only
Identify as having disability
Candidates may be required to undergo a background check security clearance
Apply Here
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Contact the AND Programs Team at [email protected] or 03 9621 1562 for further information.
Please be aware that all Stepping Into internships are paid placements. The employing organisation will pay the intern’s pro rata salary for the internship period (including
