Project Officer

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

Newly federally funded service - Side By Side

The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the effective implementation of the Side by Side program, a virtual, peer-facilitated transition support program designed to assist Autistic young people and their families as they prepare for life beyond school. The program provides structured guidance, peer mentoring, and accessible learning opportunities focused on areas such as post-school pathways, self-advocacy, and independent living. The Project Officer will ensure the project is delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with funding, quality, and reporting requirements. The role will provide operational, administrative, and stakeholder coordination support across all phases of the project, including scheduling, resource management, communications, data collection, and documentation. Working closely with project leads and collaborators, the Project Officer will help maintain project momentum, support participant and stakeholder engagement, and contribute to continuous improvement and accountability processes to support successful project outcomes.

This is a fixed term contract (concluding December 2027). The annual salary is $105k + (FTE) and is dependent on qualifications and experience. 

This may be offered on either a full-time or 0.8 FTE basis by agreement with the preferred candidate. The role is designed as fully remote, with work performed from a home-based setting within Australia. For candidates based in Sydney, there is the option to work from Aspect’s National Office in Chatswood.

• Demonstrated experience in a project support, coordination, or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear documentation and correspondence.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, including internal teams, contractors, and external partners.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard workplace software and systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, project tracking tools, databases).
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close alignment with project leads and objectives.
• Sound problem-solving skills and ability to respond flexibly to changing project needs.
• Understanding of, or ability to quickly develop understanding of, disability, community services, or human services contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Autistic people and/or people with disability, including the capacity to provide supportive, respectful, and strengths-based supervision or coordination.
• Ability to work in a manner consistent with organisational values, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of autism, disability, or neurodiversity-related practice contexts.

Please click here to find out more about the role and accountabilities. 

What we offer:

• Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Flexible working arrangements, flexibility between the office and home/remote
• Modern workspace with end-of-trip facilities, on the doorstep of Chatswood train and metro station, dining and retail outlets
• Employee referral incentives
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International.

To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email.

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Enquiries should be directed to: Fiona Aldridge, Clinical Psychologist - Aspect Assessments, [email protected].

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au