- Communications and Ministerial Officer (Clerk Grade 7-8)
- Package includes salary $106,025 – $117,363, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Ongoing Full-time opportunity
- Role location – Parramatta/negotiable
Do you want to work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the states environment and heritage
About the role
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a unique opportunity for a Communications and Ministerial Officer to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.
The Communications and Ministerial Officer is principally responsible for supporting NPWS Ministerial communication, developing and coordinating Executive and Corporate materials, including briefings, reports, event packs, parliamentary and estimates briefings, plans and strategies, as well as correspondence, managing a busy mailbox which receives a high volume of incoming requests, and liaising with branches across the agency.
About you
You enjoy working as part of a team where you will be required to work at pace to manage a high volume of incoming requests. You are a confident decision maker with a strong attention to detail and you enjoy building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels across the agency and department.
Essential requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in communication and correspondence protocols in a public sector environment, with specific reference to Ministerial liaison.
- Sound writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience in the preparation of briefings, reports, recommendations or other written material.
- Understanding of relevant statutory, regulatory and policy frameworks governing the public sector.
- Experience in developing and coordinating material to assist in effective communication and issues management in a complex, geographically dispersed organisation.
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Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
What we do
About NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
For more information about the role, please contact Kate Jobling, Manager Communications and Coordination, Policy and Engagement Branch, NPWS on or .
Applications close: Sunday, 6 October at pm.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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