• Temporary full time until 30 June 2027 (with possibility of extension)
• Salary starting from $102,936pa + super and leave loading
• Location: All NSW DPIRD office locations considered

About the Role

As an Assistant Program Officer within Regional Programs & Partnerships, you will provide project and administrative support to help deliver targeted grants funding for regional and community development. You will work across grant administration, projects and stakeholder engagement, helping ensure programs are delivered efficiently, accurately and in line with relevant policies, strategies and standards.

What You’ll Do

• Support the efficient and compliant administration of regional and community grants.
• Contribute to projects, programs and initiatives that support regional and community development.
• Compile, analyse and report on data to support performance monitoring, program design, implementation and evaluation.
• Undertake research, source and collate information, and contribute to reports, presentations, briefings and correspondence.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about project progress and implementation issues.
• Provide secretariat and administrative support, including coordinating committee meetings and preparing papers.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a high volume of varied tasks, competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting grants, projects or programs in a policy-driven and compliance-focused environment.
• Sound research, data analysis and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare accurate reports, briefings and correspondence.
• A customer-focused and collaborative approach, with the confidence to work professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using digital systems, records and information management tools to deliver efficient and accurate outcomes.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Leni Baker, Senior Program Officer via leni.baker@dpird.nsw.gov.au or Corinne Pidgeon, Business Partner Talent Advisory on 0456 367 683. 

Applying is Easy! 

To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (approx. 4 pages) and a cover letter (approx. 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role. 

What is the Process?  

The process starts with you submitting your application. Once your application has been received, you will receive an email confirmation and further correspondence when the role advertisement closes. 

You might be asked to attend an interview (either via video, over the phone or face to face) or complete a written or other assessment task.

Application Closing Date:  Sunday 1st November 2026 at 11.55pm 

Recruitment Adjustments 

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion. 

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.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.