Premier’s Department Senior Project Officer You. At the centre of big ideas. Join our team and provide impactful frameworks in collaboration with Aboriginal communities Clerk Grade 9/10 role base salary ($129,464 - $142,655) Ongoing role, based in Mascot NSW About the Role We are looking for a dynamic Senior Project Officer to join our Aboriginal Affairs, Closing the Gap, Partnership, Priority Reform 1 Team. In this role, you will take a leading role in managing, coordinating, and delivering a range of policy, program and grant initiatives that support the Closing the Gap reform objectives. You will engage with policy partners and key Aboriginal and government stakeholders, fostering strong relationships to drive collaboration and achieve meaningful outcomes. With a variety of project work at hand, your strong writing skills will be essential in preparing high-quality reports, briefings, and policy documents. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful reforms and make a real difference in Aboriginal Communities. To learn more about the role please review the Role Description. You can read more about the work we are doing here - Aboriginal Affairs NSW | NSW Government . We're Looking For We are seeking a motivated and capable Senior Project Officer with strong experience in policy, program and project delivery, and a commitment to advancing Closing the Gap reforms across NSW Government. You will demonstrate initiative and drive, taking senior responsibility for delivering complex policy and program initiatives in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. You are confident providing high‑quality advice to senior leaders, and can balance competing priorities while meeting tight timeframes. Strong communication and collaboration skills - You communicate clearly and persuasively with diverse audiences and build trusted relationships across government and with Aboriginal stakeholders. Influence and negotiation capability -You engage constructively on complex and sensitive issues, recognising diverse perspectives and working towards practical, agreed outcomes. Analytical and problem‑solving skills - You apply sound judgement and critical thinking to complex policy and implementation challenges, undertake research, developing evidence‑based and practical solutions. Project management expertise - You can plan, coordinate and deliver projects, including managing risks, budgets, milestones and reporting to ensure outcomes are achieved Experience supporting grants, commissioning or business development is highly regarded. We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply. Why Join Us? Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked based on a 35-hour standard week Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network How to Apply Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including: A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages) A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages Closing date: Monday, 2 March 2026 (9:59 AM) Salary: Classification Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 - $142,655) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading remuneration package will be negotiated upon offer. Hiring Manager: Annie Kelly, Principal Project Officer, annie.kelly@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au . About the Premier's Department Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department . Our Commitment We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities. The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country. Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au , or reaching out to the hiring manager. Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period. This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria: is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community
