Project Support Officer - Identified
Job no: 545461
Work type: Ongoing full-time
Location: Sydney Olympic Park
Categories: Various categories
Everyone plays here
We are seeking an experienced Project Support Officer (Aboriginal Identified) to drive inclusive, culturally informed projects that enhance Aboriginal participation in sport and active recreation across NSW.
- Step into a role where you drive impact through transformative projects.
- Salary ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 + super & leave loading.
- Ongoing full-time opportunity based at Sydney Olympic Park location – flexible work arrangements will be considered.
About the role
The Project Support Officer, Aboriginal Outcomes plays a vital role in supporting inclusive sport and recreation initiatives that enhance participation and wellbeing for Aboriginal communities. Working in partnership with State Sporting Organisations, peak industry bodies, and community stakeholders, the role contributes to the design, coordination, and delivery of culturally responsive programs that reflect local needs and priorities.
This position supports project delivery through activity coordination, progress monitoring, and reporting, while fostering respectful relationships with Aboriginal sports representatives. It also assists in identifying service gaps, promoting equitable access, and facilitating direct service delivery in areas with limited options. By collaborating across government and community networks, the role helps ensure sport and recreation programs are impactful, accessible, and aligned with broader strategic outcomes.
For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Project Support Officer Aboriginal Outcomes - Final.docx
About you
- Our ideal candidate will bring to the role:
- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal communities and applying knowledge of Aboriginal cultures and the role of sport and recreation in promoting wellbeing and inclusion.
- Experience supporting the delivery of community-based programs or projects, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
- Knowledge of project coordination practices, including planning, reporting, and monitoring, within a government or community service context.
This is an identified position and the successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of Aboriginal Culture and an Aboriginal community governance and structures. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and accepted in the community as such.
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. You will also need to arrange a Working with Children Check, at your own expense.
Should you require further information about the role please contact:
22nd Oct – 3rd Nov Manager Sector Capability & Performance, Russel Grimson via email: Russel.Grimson@sport.nsw.gov.au
4th Nov – 16th Nov Director Sector Performance, Pierre Comis via email: pierre.comis@sport.nsw.gov.au
About us
The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation. We offer a career with purpose and work that makes a difference. Delivering on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’, we are a unique workplace, where no two days are the same!
Our work is spread across NSW, with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, five Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. We provide leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure to enable participation in sport and active recreation. Our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW.
Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is accessible for all people in NSW.
How to apply?
For your online application to be considered it must include:
- A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (maximum 2 pages)
- An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages)
Applications close: 16th November 2025 at 11.55 pm
What’s in it for you?
The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program, and free onsite parking.
Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.
We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via workforcemanagement@sport.nsw.gov.au
A talent 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.
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