Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Internal EOI - Temporary (Up to May 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Maternity leave backfill, with a possibility of job share from May 2026 – Oct 2026.
• Office location – Parramatta/Sydney based with flexible working supported
• Clerk Grade 11/12 - Salary relative to experience and ranges from $145,378.00 - $168,130.00 + super

This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26 and Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.  

The role:
In this dynamic role, you will provide operational, high-level executive, secretariat and policy support to the Executive Director to facilitate the achievement of organisational and management objectives and serves as a focal point for all matters that require the direct intervention of the Executive Director.

This includes providing strategic advice, managing communications and implementing strategies across Aboriginal Strategy, Policy and Engagement and the department.  

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Officer

What you will bring to the role

• High level written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with stakeholders, foster high levels of collaboration; and prepare and manage and review the provision of high-level communications and correspondence.
• Demonstrated experience in managing sensitive and confidential issues.
• Advanced time management and organisational skills to deliver strategic advice, information and reports to achieve deadlines to the required standards and timeframes.  
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work within a team and develop the capacity of others, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to actively contribute towards achieving ASPE’s overall strategies

What is an essential requirement: 

• Degree in a relevant discipline or relevant senior experience.
• Demonstrated experience in exercising sound judgement, particularly in matters of great political sensitivity, strict confidentiality and/or potential controversy.
• Extensive experience in championing Aboriginal outcomes, including embedding strategic and operational processes within core business
• Experience partnering with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and entities.

About us
The Aboriginal Strategy, Policy and Engagement (ASPE) division focuses on bettering outcomes with and for Aboriginal peoples, communities and entities (our partners) in NSW. ASPE centralises the Department’s coordination of Aboriginal outcomes to maximise the prosperity of our partners through approaches that unify our organisation, response and representations which protect the cultural rights and interests expressed by the communities we seek to serve. 

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. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments. 

Join us
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 18th June 2024 at 11:55PM.

Contact Danny Lester, Executive Director, Aboriginal Strategy Policy & Engagement on danny.lester@dpie.nsw.gov.au further details.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.