DPIRD Internal Expression of Interest Temporary opportunity up to June 2030 Full-time role at 35 hours per week Location – Maitland or Dubbo preferred; however other DPIRD office locations may also be considered Clerk Grade 9/10 | Salary ranges from $129,464.00 to $142,665.00 super & leave loading NSW Resources Governance & Programs Team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Programs Officer to join our team and play a key role in shaping complex, high impact grant programs from design to delivery. About the R ole Join us as a Senior Programs Officer , where you’ll lead program administration, strengthen governance and risk practices, evaluate outcomes, and drive continuous improvement across major initiatives. You’ll collaborate closely with industry and internal stakeholders to shape program direction, provide practical compliance and risk advice, and embed best practice project methodologies to support successful program delivery. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy balancing diverse priorities, and are motivated by delivering meaningful outcomes, we’d love to hear from you. About You To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following: Experience administering grant programs or contracts, including assessing applications and ensuring compliance with program guidelines. Strong capability in governance, risk management and tracking funded projects from approval through to completion. Skills in monitoring milestones, evaluating program outcomes, and identifying improvements. High‑quality writing skills for briefs, submissions and grant program documentation. Confident stakeholder engagement, with the ability to collaborate with industry and internal teams and provide practical advice on compliance, scope and risk. Excellent organisation and the ability to balance competing priorities across multiple grants. Essential Requirements Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement Should you require further information about the role please contact the Hiring Manager, Tara Davis - Manager Governance & Programs via tara.davis@dpird.nsw.gov.au . You can also view the role description . To Apply All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume (max 5 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for this position. Applications close Tuesday, 3 rd of March at 11:55PM. This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an appointment for over 12 months, applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy classification OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an over 12 month appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months in this role. What to Expect Next After applying: You’ll receive a confirmation email We’ll review all applications once the ad closes If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video) Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test) Reference checks will be completed for final candidates The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required. At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation. DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter , Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
