Are you passionate about building a modern, efficient, and outcomes-driven regulatory system? Join our Strategic Planning and Performance team and play a key role in improving how we deliver and report on NSW regulatory outcomes across multiple agencies to protect and enhance the diverse public values in agriculture, cultural heritage, human health and the NSW environment.

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects that strengthen performance measurement, knowledge management, and reporting frameworks—helping ensure the value of our work is recognised by government, industry, and the public.

• Ongoing Full Time 35 hours
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
• Clerk Grade 7/8 salary from $113,574 to $125,720 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
• We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Your cultural knowledge and perspectives will help us deliver outcomes that respect and reflect Aboriginal communities.

About the Role

As the Project Officer, Strategic Planning and Performance, you will:

• Contribute to projects that monitor operational performance and support strategic priorities.
• Coordinate consultative processes to capture, analyse, and report performance against agreed targets.
• Assist in implementing knowledge management and business analysis systems that drive consistency and transparency.
• Manage specific reporting activities to meet statutory and whole-of-government obligations.
• Provide timely advice on planning, performance monitoring, and system improvements.
• Source and compile data to track project progress and identify emerging issues.

This role is integral to supporting the team’s work in building mature performance reporting systems and fostering collaboration across agencies

About You

You are an innovative thinker and outcomes-driven professional who thrives on collaboration and problem-solving. You bring:

• Experience in regulatory capability uplift, strategy implementation, maturity and assurance systems, or evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to work collegially across teams.
• Proven ability to manage tasks, analyse data, and deliver accurate reporting within deadlines.
• A commitment to integrity and contributing positively to team and organisational culture.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to projects that improve efficiency, transparency, and outcomes for NSW.
• Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across government and community.
• Be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

For further information about the role please contact Gregory Abood, Director Integrated Compliance on 0484 130 853 or via email at gregory.abood@dpird.nsw.gov.au You can also view the Role Description - Clerk 7-8 - Project Officer Strategic Planning and Performance

Applying is easy!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.

Please apply via our online portal and submit:

✅ A CV (max. 4 pages)

✅ A cover letter (max. 1 page) Tell us how your experience and skills make you a great fit for this role.

Applications close: Wednesday 14 January 2026 at 11:55pm

What to Expect Next

Please note that DPIRD will be closed during the period 25 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (inclusive). This recruitment process will recommence in February 2026.

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.
• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months. 

About us – together, we are DPIRD  

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.  

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:  

• Local Land Services  
• NSW Resources  
• Agriculture and Biosecurity  
• Fisheries and Forestry  
• Regional Development and Delivery.  

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.  

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.  

We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.