Ministerial & Correspondence Advisor

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Join a world class organisation and make a difference to the environment
• Thrive in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
• Remuneration starting from $108,119 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One temporary role available for three months from 6 January 2025
• Role based in Parramatta

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Ministerial & Correspondence Advisor to join the NSW EPA for three months for a parental leave backfill.

The Ministerial & Correspondence Advisor will be facilitating research, drafting and coordination of briefings and parliamentary materials, for the EPA CEO, EPA Chair, Executive team and the Environment Minister.

The role also offers support to the broader organisation in maintaining a robust, strategic and efficient relationship between the Agency and key stakeholders.

Key tasks will include:

• Provide a range of Executive and Ministerial support services including preparation of correspondence and briefing materials coordination of resources and producing reports, to ensure outcomes are achieved on time, and to a high quality, in line with established agency style guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to ensure accessibility of quality information to support effective decision making.
• Identify and interpret relevant information to prepare well written correspondence and briefing materials.
• Undertake the evaluation of operational policy and procedures to assess appropriateness, effectiveness and efficiency, and to determine the need for corrective action and review.
• Undertake research, evaluation and analysis to identify and proactively develop communications to assist with efficient responses to emerging issues.
• Communicate with key stakeholders to coordinate the exchange of information to support EPA Subject/Technical Matter Experts to focus on their primary functions.

For more information read the full Role Description – Ministerial & Correspondence Advisor

About us

As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.

Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

Why work for us?

EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:

• Be part of protecting what matters – be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
• Do more and be inspired together – be members of passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.
• Bring who you are and grow with us - we put people first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.

Some additional benefits to working for us include:

• A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
• Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
• Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
• Recognition programs

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment

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: Monday 25 November 2024 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Rose Wakefield at Rose.Wakefield@epa.nsw.gov.au

Good to know

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

Capability application tool

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Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team at Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au  (please include reference number).

For more information on reasonable adjustments to recruitment processes, please click here.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.