Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Assessment Officer to support the delivery of fair, transparent, and effective assessment processes across a range of funding and investment programs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised administration professional who enjoys working with diverse stakeholders, coordinating complex processes, and contributing to meaningful outcomes within Australia's arts and creative sector.
- Contract through to 26 February 2027
- Hybrid working arrangement based in Sydney
- Pay rate$58.37 per hour + superannuation
Key Responsibilities
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, and approval of peer assessors and industry advisors
- Coordinate assessment panels and review groups to ensure appropriate expertise and diversity of representation
- Deliver assessor inductions, training, and ongoing support
- Manage assessment logistics, meetings, scheduling, and stakeholder communications
- Prepare assessment documentation, reports, payment processing, and post-assessment activities
- Provide subject matter expertise and support for application management and business systems
- Maintain accurate records and data within CRM and related systems
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with governance requirements
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Experience providing high-level administrative and operational support within a complex environment
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple activities and manage competing priorities
- High attention to detail and commitment to process integrity
- Experience preparing reports, briefings, correspondence, and training materials
- A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Knowledge, interest, or appreciation of the arts sector is highly regarded
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within peer review, grants, funding, research, academic, or assessment-based environments
- Experience within arts, government, not-for-profit, or funding organisations
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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Assessment Officer in Sydney employer: Chandler Macleod
As a Local Council in Sydney, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid working arrangement to suit your lifestyle. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through diverse project opportunities in asset construction, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying competitive pay rates and a commitment to employee development.
