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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• A high exposure role supporting senior executive decision making.
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity up to 12 months
• Parramatta, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 + super

Our Conservation Programs, Heritage and Regulation Group (CPHR) is seeking to appoint a Senior Policy Officer to support the Deputy Secretary and senior executives by coordinating high‑quality advice and approvals across a diverse and fast‑paced policy environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of government, contributing to informed decision‑making on priority issues facing NSW.

Working within the Office of the Deputy Secretary, you will support the coordination of high‑quality advice and approvals across the CPHR Group. The role involves managing Ministerial, Cabinet and Parliamentary briefings, liaising with teams across the group, and ensuring advice is clear, accurate and ready to support timely executive decision‑making.

You will review and edit complex material, manage requests for information from senior stakeholders, track priorities and emerging issues, mentor colleagues and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with competing deadlines and sensitive matters.

About You

You are a confident and highly organised policy professional who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑profile environments. You bring a strong understanding of how government operates, or the ability to quickly build that understanding, and are comfortable working with senior stakeholders to support complex decision‑making. You take a proactive, solutions‑focused approach and can exercise sound judgement when managing sensitive and time‑critical matters.

You are a clear and persuasive communicator with strong written skills and an eye for detail. You work collaboratively across teams, can balance multiple priorities, and are able to analyse, synthesise and present information in a way that supports executive‑level decisions. Calm under pressure and adaptable, you contribute positively to team culture while delivering high‑quality outcomes to tight timeframes.

Key knowledge and experience

• Understanding of the machinery of Government and the policy process, or demonstrated ability to acquire knowledge quickly.
• Strong writing and editing skills and the confidence to work with senior executives.

For more information read the full Role Description: RD - Senior Policy Officer CPHR ODS EO9.docx

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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately. 

To Apply

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.

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. 

Applications close Sunday 15^th March at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the roles please contact Christina Luong via christina.luong@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 8229 2942.

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?

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• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 Gabriella Schulzer on 9585 6521 (please mention reference number 547937).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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