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

• Be part of a dedicated team focusing on bettering outcomes with and for Aboriginal peoples across the state
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location – Sydney preferred with other NSW locations considered upon application
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $113,574.00 to $125,720.00 plus super
• Aboriginal Identified Position
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What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a deadly culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977). 

We’re seeking someone to bring their cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person to this role. As part of the recruitment process, we will ask you to provide documentation to confirm your Aboriginality and your capability will also be assessed through the recruitment process.

The role
As a Project Officer, you'll be a key contributor to developing and delivering impactful projects, including operational policy and procedure development and legislative reform within established objectives. You'll manage project activities to deliver quality results on time, support decisions with clear documentation, and engage stakeholders effectively.

Clear communication and strong collaboration will be key to achieving meaningful outcomes in a fast-paced environment, where you’ll handle challenges with care, especially those affecting Aboriginal peoples and communities.

You will have the opportunity to support the capability of senior leaders across the sector, through projects aimed at:

• Building partnerships between senior leaders and Aboriginal staff within the NSW Public Sector to build cultural capability and enable Aboriginal outcomes sector wide.
• Enabling our people to get out on Country to feel, express and experience culture in Aboriginal communities the place-based cultural immersion.
• Equipping our Directors with the knowledge, leadership skills, and practical tools to effectively drive Aboriginal outcomes and create meaningful change within their portfolios.

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer (Identified)

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

What you will bring to the role:

• Project Management: Deliver project support services, including maintaining documentation, preparing reports, and coordinating resources, to ensure successful outcomes within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Evaluate and refine operational policies and procedures to enhance clarity, efficiency, and alignment with statutory requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with stakeholders, coordinate consultations, and facilitate collaboration to support policy development and legislative objectives.
• Knowledge of the NSW Planning system: Experience in planning and environmental legislation and processes such as strategic planning are desired but not essential. 

Knowledge and experience

Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and entities.

What is an essential requirement
Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

You will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginality upon application to be considered for this position.

Pre-employment checks

As part of our commitment to a safe and welcoming workplace, the successful applicant will be required to complete a routine criminal record check before starting with us.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

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 Thursday, 21 August 2025 at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact Serena Sullivan on serena.sullivan@dpie.nsw.gov.au or phone 0458 526 701.

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

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'.