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• Senior Policy and Project Officer, Aboriginal Land Strategy
• Internal Expression of Interest – Temporary Full Time Opportunity up to June 2026
• Office location: Newcastle or Dubbo, other locations by negotiation
• Salary ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

Our team is seeking a strategic thinker with deep expertise in land administration or land transactions.

The role

As the Senior Policy and Project Officer, you will drive strategic policy development and deliver high-level research and analysis to support informed decision-making on land and natural resource management across NSW. Lead coordination and review of complex projects and initiatives that shape sustainable use of the state's environmental assets.

What you might be doing:

• The implementation of Aboriginal Land Agreements, including identification and engagement of the survey team
• Evaluation of potential negotiations with Aboriginal Land Councils
• Negotiating agreements with Aboriginal Land Councils
• Resolution or transfer of leases, licenses or permits when vesting crown land with Aboriginal Land Councils
• Bespoke brief writing and producing negotiation related project reports
• Engagement with a variety of interested stakeholders to understand the constraints and opportunities on Crown land;
• Land tenure and status searches using CLID, Crownview, Gazette warehouse, Historic Lands Record Viewer and Crowntracker

What We’re Looking For

• Proven expertise in policy lifecycle management, including development, implementation, and review
• Strong ability to interpret complex legislation and navigate policy processes
• Solid understanding of land and natural resource issues within relevant legislative frameworks
• Skilled in translating complex information into clear, actionable advice.
• Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders and navigating government processes.
• A natural collaborator who thrives in dynamic, multidisciplinary teams.

For more information, please view the Role Descriptions here:  Senior Policy and Project Officer

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and a 1-page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55pm, 23 September 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Che Walsh at che.walsh@crownland.nsw.gov.au or Liz Loi at liz.loi@crownland.nsw.gov.au

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 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn