Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

Temporary opportunity to 30 June
Full-time role 35 hours per week FlexTime
Any NSW office location – regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
Salary ranges from $106, to $117,363 super leave loading

Our new Reform Implementation Team is looking for a Policy and Project Officer! This is an exciting opportunity to be a member of a team that drives innovation in water licensing and approvals with a digital focus.

The role involves supporting the discovery, development, implementation and evaluation of complex projects relating to process, policy and regulatory matters to achieve progressive outcomes that support the achievement of Water Group objectives. You will support the design and delivery of business improvement reform programs and projects through governance and policy means, targeting organisational capability, financial savings, business systems, information communication and technology improvements and efficiencies. The role supports project execution, change management, tracking and reporting to influence the organisational structure, ways of working and culture.

About You

We are looking for someone who can bring:

Project management expertise: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in all aspects of project implementation, including monitoring and evaluation, risk and contingency management, benefits realisation, impact and quality measures, to identify and address issues, assess progress and effectiveness, and achieve outcomes.

Stakeholder engagement experience: Proven experience in engaging with various stakeholders and managing project consultations and negotiations, given varying expectations, viewpoints and interests.

Analytical and time management skills: Ability to critically analyse and evaluate key issues, providing innovative solutions and recommendations, while achieving project deadlines and milestones to the required standards, given the need to simultaneously coordinate and deliver multiple projects that are complex and interconnected.

For more information read the full Role Description: Policy and Project Officer

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.

The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.

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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.

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.

Applications close Wednesday, 16 October at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jeremy Morice via .

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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