Executive Job Opportunity: Director Ministerial Services
- Key role leading engagement with the portfolio Ministers and their offices
- Senior Executive Band 1: TRP commencing from $217,997
- Sydney and Parramatta location
- Ongoing Full-time
The Strategic Policy, Science and Engagement (SPSE) Group within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to recruit a Director Ministerial Services.
The Director Ministerial Services leads the delivery of ministerial and parliamentary services to all portfolio Ministers for DCCEEW (Energy, Climate Change, Environment, Heritage and Water), including the provision of briefings, reports, policy advice, correspondence, and parliamentary support. The role ensures that Ministerial Services is a trusted partner, enabler, and an effective and efficient conduit between the Ministers’ Offices and all of DCCEEW’s portfolio agencies.
This role requires regular engagement with the portfolio Ministers and is a critical part of setting the tone and nature of the relationship with these offices.
About You
You will be an experienced Director of ministerial or parliamentary services and enjoy being at the centre of government decision making.
You are a highly motivated, driven and experienced senior executive leader who enjoys and is exceptional at strategically engaging with the department, Ministers, and key government stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the highest levels of government, working closely with the Secretary, executive leadership, Ministerial Offices, and central agencies.
In this critical leadership role, you will:
- Serve as the primary liaison between the department, portfolio Ministers, The Cabinet Office/Premier’s Department, and relevant agencies.
- Lead the development of strategies that ensure the timely, accurate, and high-quality provision of advice and information to Ministers in line with government expectations.
- Provide authoritative guidance on parliamentary protocols and the machinery of government, enabling effective decision-making at the highest levels.
- Drive performance and manage competing priorities to ensure excellence in service delivery and responsiveness across all Ministerial and parliamentary functions.
- Forge strategic links between the portfolio’s work and Ministerial priorities, keeping the department informed of evolving parliamentary and political landscapes.
- Oversee the preparation of complex, sensitive, and high-stakes advice and briefing materials that align with government policy and meet the needs of Ministers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Ministerial Offices, central agencies, and senior departmental leaders to foster collaboration, facilitate information flow, and deliver results.
This role is ideal for a senior public sector leader with deep knowledge of government processes, a talent for strategic communication, and a proven ability to lead in high-pressure, politically sensitive environments.
Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping government outcomes and supporting ministerial decision-making at the highest level.
Apply now and bring your leadership to where it matters most.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or extensive experience in, and understanding of, government and public administration, legislative, Cabinet and Parliamentary processes and protocols, and the role of Ministers and agencies in Government.
- Extensive experience in delivering high level support services to Senior Executives and Ministers, preparing briefings, policy advice, ministerial correspondence, parliamentary products and related materials.
- Extensive experience in issues management in a high volume and contentious environment, particularly across environment, energy, climate change, water or heritage portfolios.
For more information read the full Role Description: Director Ministerial Services
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.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If you are excited about this opportunity, 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 Wednesday 6th August at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Jon Noble – Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition via jonathan.noble@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0418 388 549.
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.
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 dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Jon Noble via jonathan.noble@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0418 388 549 (please mention reference number 543874).
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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DCCEEW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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