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Project Coordinator Location Parramatta Employment type Temporary Full-Time, 35 hours per week Grade Clerk Grade 7/8 Salary $113,574 pa - $125,720 pa plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Your roleThe Project Coordinator is a high-impact role supporting the successful delivery of strategic projects from initiation to completion. Working alongside the Project and Program Manager, youll coordinate key activities, monitor progress, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. This is an opportunity to bring structure, momentum, and collaboration to meaningful initiatives that drive real resultsWhat youll doAn exciting opportunity exists for a highly organised and motivated Project Coordinator to join the Major Digital and ICT Programs team within the Information and Digital Services division.This role will primarily support the Youth Justice Technology Enabled Transformation program, delivering the new Enhanced Case Hub and Organisation System (ECHOS) to replace CIMS, alongside broader technology and business change initiatives. Opportunities may also arise to contribute across other strategic ICT programs.Key responsibilities include: Coordinating project activities to ensure delivery on time, within budget and scope Preparing high-quality reports, briefs and maintaining project documentation Monitoring milestones, tracking risks and identifying emerging issues Engaging stakeholders and supporting working groups and consultations Conducting research and analysis to inform decision-making This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to impactful digital transformation initiatives that deliver meaningful outcomes.What were looking forWe are seeking a motivated professional to coordinate complex ICT programs and drive meaningful outcomes. Experience supporting multi-stream IT programs, including reporting, budgeting, progress tracking, and documentation Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across teams, service providers, and community partners Solid understanding of project management principles, delivering on time, on budget, and to quality standards Government sector experience desirable, especially in Youth Justice or human services Proactive, adaptable, and committed to improving outcomes for young people Download the role description.To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the Apply now button.We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.What We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including: A challenging and rewarding career Flexible, autonomous work environment Competitive pay and conditions Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.We do work that really mattersWorking for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We''re focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. Its work that really matters.Apply now and join Australias top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!Are you ready to join us?Click apply, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 4 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role: Targeted Question 1 In 300 words or less, describe a project where you coordinated multiple stakeholders, managed conflicts, and ensured progress met policies and procedures. Targeted Question 2 Walk us through the governance you helped design for a major ICT program, including decision-making, reporting, and compliance with Gateway/IDAF requirements.Applications close Monday, 9 March 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.Got a question?For more information about the role or what its like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Alisa Ngo via email at If youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Poppy Sgro on 02 9765 3929 or via email at Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruitWe continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website.Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/The Welcome ExperienceThinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. Learn more: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceThe careers site currently promotes this service on the Discover roles with DCJ in regional NSW page.