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Assistant Policy and Project Officer - Talent Pool

Apply now Job no: 539214
Work type: Ongoing full-time, Temporary full-time
Location: All of NSW, Parramatta
Categories: Environmental Science, Natural and Physical Science, Advisory, Project Support

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

Join the Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group and play a pivotal role in helping NSW address some of the most significant issues facing our state.

 

  • Talent Pool Recruitment for Temporary and Ongoing Opportunities. Possibility for conversion to ongoing for temporary roles

  • Hybrid WFH in Parramatta or Flexible across NSW Office locations by negotiation

  • Salary: relative to experience and ranges from $93,295 to $102,941 plus super

  • Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday 10 November 2024

 

We are undertaking a talent pool recruitment to fill multiple ongoing and temporary Assistant Policy and Project Officer roles. We are looking for a diverse range of experience supporting policy and/or project delivery and we’re keen to hear from you!

This is a terrific opportunity to take the next step in your career and contribute to the implementation of key strategic priorities of Government to deliver the energy transition in NSW, including the Consumer Energy Strategy.

 

About the role

Support the coordination, development, delivery, monitoring, improvement and evaluation of energy, climate change and sustainability projects and policy developments.

Provide key support to ensuring our teams deliver policies and projects that are effective, innovative, meet priority objectives while demonstrating good value for public expenditure and achieving critical state outcomes.

 

About you

  • Ability to deliver project or policy objectives in a high volume and complex environment.
  • Driven to support a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project objectives.
  • Able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and manage competing demands and priorities.
  • Desire to work closely with colleagues on various tasks that gaining exposure to learning about everything we do.
  • Demonstrated experience working with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Confident in working autonomously and prioritising day to day workloads.
  • Able to work with a high level of discretion and confidentiality when representing the organisation in a range of forms.
  • Demonstrated experience assisting in delivering successful project or policy outcomes on time and to quality standards.
  • Stakeholder management skills with demonstrated time management and organisation skills and ability to use sound judgement and appropriate discretion when dealing with all parties. 

Apply today! Build your career and make a difference in how New South Wales is responding to the challenges of climate change, the energy transition and sustainability.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Policy and Project Officer

 

Our mission is to accelerate NSW’s transformation to a sustainable future with our work focused on delivering government reforms, economic development and critical services around:

  • Accessing reliable, affordable and sustainable energy,
  • Supporting a sustainable and climate resilient New South Wales including emissions reduction and
  • Encouraging a circular economy to better manage our resources.   
 

Part of the work the Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group delivers, the Consumer Energy Strategy, is one of the highest priority programs and will support households and small businesses in their role at the centre of NSW’s energy transition to net zero emissions, NSW Consumer Energy Strategy Summary. This talent pool recruitment will be used to help fill roles across this program to deliver these outcomes for NSW.

 

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW National Park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

Our strategy to power the people and communities of NSW | NSW Climate and Energy Action.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Flexibility:

It’s important for our work to reflect and speak to the diverse communities we serve. This includes reflecting that diversity within our inclusive and flexible workplace.

We actively encourage and welcome applications from all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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. 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
  • Offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

If you have a disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team at Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (reference 539214).

 

Talent Pool  

A talent pool will be created through this recruitment process that lasts for 18 months. A talent pool represents a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles and who may be considered for the next 18 months for a range of similar roles, including temporary or ongoing roles.  We will be actively working to match you to roles within the office that suit your capabilities and interests.

 

Apply Today!

Submit your application ONLY via the job ad platform which should include:   

  • An up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.  

  • A cover letter that explains your alignment with the Key Knowledge, Experience and Essential Requirements outlined in the About you section and the role description. (max 2 pages).

Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday 10 November 2024

Should you require further information about the nature of available roles please contact the workforce planning team via eccs.strategicdelivery@environment.nsw.gov.au (reference 539214).

 

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