Senior Project Officer in Sydney

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

Permanent ongoing opportunity. Full-time role - 35 hours per week + FlexTime. Parramatta office location - hybrid working supported. Salary ranges from $134,421.00 to $148,239.00 + super + leave loading.

Our Ministerial Services Branch (MSB) in the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer in an ongoing capacity. This is an exciting opportunity to develop communications and provide strategic advice in high-profile areas, including climate change, energy, environment, and heritage.

About the role:

• Prepare speeches and speaking points for events.
• Coordinate, draft and review Ministerial briefings.
• Plan and deliver Ministerial events and visits across NSW.
• Deliver internal education and engagement initiatives in the Department.
• Provide clear, risk-assessed advice on complex and sensitive issues.
• Collaborate across the Department and with other government stakeholders.
• Support decision-making and messaging on initiatives that shape NSW’s environmental and energy future.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work across governance, communications, public policy, and program delivery, with strong career development pathways within the NSW public sector.

About You:

You are a confident communicator and strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You bring:

• Exceptional research, writing, editing, and formatting skills, with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Sound judgement, diplomacy, and analytical capability to navigate sensitive or complex issues.
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering public value.

Key knowledge and experience:

• Experience drafting speaking materials for senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-level strategic advice on complex, sensitive, or contentious issues at senior management or ministerial level.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including editing and formatting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong digital literacy, with the ability to quickly learn and apply new tools such as SharePoint, Teams Webinars, and Word template creation as needed.
• Solid understanding of the machinery of government, policy development processes and relevant legislation.
• Experience in providing support, communications and advice at the Ministerial or senior executive level.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer.

Who we are:

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s 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 state’s 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.

Work on issues that matter to communities and the environment. Be part of a high-performing, supportive team. Access flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities. Contribute to a Department that values integrity, trust, accountability, service and collaboration and courage.

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 Tuesday, 9 September at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact:

Audrey Cremer, Manager Ministerial Events and Education at audrey.cremer@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 8275 1592 (between 29/08/25 - 05/09/25).

Sarah Blain, A/Director Ministerial Services at sarah.blain@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying? Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. How we encourage and support people with disability. Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace. DCCEEW is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates. If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 544857). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, use our Guide for Aboriginal Applicants to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.