Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Be a part of a unique opportunity to support NSW’s Net Zero Commission
- Permanent/ Temporary (Up to 3 years) full-time opportunity
- Part-time and job-share arrangements considered
- Office location flexible with hybrid working supported
- Salary ranges from $112,444.00 to $126,861.00, plus super
About the Opportunity
Drive high-impact initiatives to support NSW’s pathway to net zero emissions. Join a collaborative, inclusive, and flexible organisation that’s helping shape the future of climate action in NSW. Be part of a high-performing and supportive team in the NSW Net Zero Commission.
About the Team
The Net Zero Commission is a new and independent statutory body established to monitor and report on NSW’s progress towards net zero. The team brings together a range of policy, technical, and engagement expertise to provide advice that is transparent, trusted, and actionable. We work at the intersection of science, policy, and practice, ensuring a fair and enduring climate transition for NSW communities and industries.
The Net Zero Commission is looking for several policy advisors to advise on climate change adaptation, mitigation, data modelling and economic policy.
About You
You’re passionate about climate action and want to be part of the solution. You bring sharp policy skills, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset. You enjoy translating complex data and analysis into practical recommendations, working closely with experts, stakeholders, and government partners. Whether you’re evaluating policy effectiveness or developing new decarbonisation insights, you deliver work with integrity, impact, and purpose.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in policy development and program design, implementation and evaluation.
- Understanding of the machinery of Government and the policy process.
For more information read the full Role Description: Policy Advisor
Who we are
The Net Zero Commission (the Commission) was established as an independent advisory body under Part 3 of the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023 in December 2023. The Net Zero Commission builds on successful models from other jurisdictions such as the UK Climate Change Committee, assessing progress, providing recommendations and promoting action.
The commission’s role is to:
- monitor, review and provide advice and recommendations on progress towards NSW’s emissions reduction targets and adaptation objective
- monitor and review action currently being taken in NSW to address climate change. This includes the environmental, social and economic impacts as well as action related to the NSW Government’s strategies, policies and programs
- identify and recommend action that should be taken by the NSW Government to address climate change
- educate and inform the NSW Government, business, organisations and individuals to promote action to address climate change.
The commission operates independently and is accountable to the NSW Parliament through the Joint Standing Committee on Net Zero Future which was established to monitor and review the commission’s functions under the Act.
The Net Zero Commission comprises 20-25 Staff and 5-7 Commissioners, including experts across emissions reduction, adaptation, economics, engagement, communications and modelling.
We are seeking individuals who wish to be part of a high-performing collaborative team and deliver highly impactful work.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the First Nations peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with First Nations peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume (no more than 4 pages) and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Please indicate in your cover letter if you have a specific interest in mitigation or adaptation work, or both.
Applications close Sunday 11th May at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Bec Watson, via bec.watson@netzerocommission.nsw.gov.au or on 0488 788 551.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing Jessica Tan on jessica.tan@dpie.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 542285).
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
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