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

• Champion continuous improvement and support executive leadership with trusted advice and governance expertise
• Permanent Full-time opportunity (35 hours per week)
• NSW office location negotiable with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464.00 to $142,665.00 plus super

What’s in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic 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. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role
As a Senior Ministerial and Parliamentary Liaison Officer, within the Office of the Secretary, your role is all about keeping things sharp, responsive, and  sound. You’ll be the go-to for high-level support across ministerial briefings, parliamentary documents, and complex correspondence-making sure everything aligns with ministerial and Departmental protocols and is delivered with precision  under pressure. Whether it’s managing urgent or sensitive requests, guiding junior staff, or coordinating major processes like Budget Estimates and Question Time, your work ensures the Department runs smoothly and is communicated effectively.

This environment is fast-paced and requires responsiveness, so being able to maintain your cool under shifting priorities and tight deadlines is key to success in this role. You’ll work closely with your manager and colleagues to troubleshoot escalations, refine systems, and improve workflows, with a keen eye on quality, consistency, and with intention to make strategic impact.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Ministerial and Parliamentary Liaison Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Comfortable working under pressure and responding rapidly to shifting priorities driven by parliamentary cycles and urgent ministerial needs.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• High level administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands.
• Meticulous attention to detail amidst high-volume workloads, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks and deliverables.
• Ability to manage politically sensitive and high-impact matters with discretion, sound judgment, and strategic awareness.
• Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams and processes to deliver consistent, high-quality ministerial and parliamentary products.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying government protocols, guidelines, and frameworks to ensure compliance and effective communication.

Key knowledge and experience 

• Demonstrated understanding of government and public administration, legislation, and the role of Minsters and agencies in Government.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience.

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 Monday 29 September at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact Phillipa Gately, Director Parliamentary & Gov Services on Phillipa.Gately@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

To enhance your account security, PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step by step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1.

A talent pool will 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'.

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