Program or Project Administrators plan and undertake administration of organisational programs, special projects and support services.
They are often based in offices located within or close to the project or program they are managing. They may be required to travel to visit different project sites.
Job Duties:
InAustralia, the job duties of Program or Project Administrators include:
Direct and coordinate the activities of a range of units within an organisation in order to meet organisational objectives
Respond to enquiries and resolve problems concerning services within their area of responsibility
Prepare reports about the organisation's activities and program or project achievements
Monitor the gathering and analysis of information about the projects undertaken
Advise senior management about matters requiring attention and implement management decisions
Administer the work undertaken by contractors and report on variations to work orders.
Review and develop administrative systems and procedures
Determine the risks associated with a project, (such as financial risks), and implement strategies to reduce these risks
Determine project or program costs, develop a budget plan and monitor ongoing costs
Determine the scope and size of the project and the requirements for each stage or aspect of the project
Decide on a timeline and schedule for the project and ensure that all targets are met
Monitor the quality performance of a program or project.
Review and arrange new office accommodation.
Employment Prospect
Project and program administrators can work for either public or private sector organisations. They are responsible for ensuring that projects such as major building and construction or information technology infrastructure, or programs such as new government policies, are designed and completed on time and within budget.
Employment Facts about Secretaries in Australia:
Future Growth: Strong
Full-Time Share: 81%
Average Hours: 43
Weekly Pay: AUD$1,660
Employment by state:
ACT: 6.3%
NSW: 31.3%
NT: 1.4%
QLD: 20.1%
SA: 7.1%
TAS: 1.4%
VIC: 23.4%
WA: 8.9%
Education Requirement
You usually need a formal qualification in business and management, project management, engineering, ICT or accounting and relevant industry experience to work as a Program or Project Administrator. University and Vocational Education and Training (VET) are both common study pathways.
Education Level:
Postgraduate/Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate: 19.2%
Bachelor Degree: 30.8%
Diploma/Ad Diploma: 16.2%
Certificate III/IV: 14.2%
Year 12 and below: 19.6%
Related Course: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in project management etc.
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