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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Work at the centre of government, supporting Ministers and senior leaders on complex and sensitive portfolio issues.
• Temporary (Up to June 2027) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta Office location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $109,102 to $120,542 + super

Our Ministerial Services Branch is seeking a Ministerial Liaison Officer to provide high‑quality advice and coordination support on matters relating to the Department’s portfolios of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, Heritage and Water. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Minister’s Office, senior executives and internal stakeholders, supporting informed decision‑making on complex and often sensitive issues.

About the role

In this role, you will coordinate, draft and edit Ministerial, Parliamentary and executive briefing materials, speaking points and responses to urgent and sensitive matters. You will provide advice on politically and socially complex issues, ensure materials meet required protocols and standards, and support the delivery of corporate and government priorities. The role also involves identifying emerging issues and risks, coordinating cross‑divisional input, supporting governance processes and contributing to projects of strategic significance. Additionally, this role is in the Events and Education team, which oversees Ministerial visits, events and internal communications projects. You will work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where accuracy, judgement and discretion are critical.

About You

You are an experienced policy, communications or coordination professional with a strong ability to work on complex, sensitive or controversial issues. You bring sound judgement, strong analytical capability and the ability to synthesise information from multiple sources to support timely, well‑reasoned advice. You are comfortable working with senior executives and understand the importance of protocols, confidentiality and accuracy in Ministerial and executive environments.

Collaborative and adaptable, you build productive working relationships across diverse stakeholders, including internal teams, other agencies and external partners. You manage competing priorities effectively, remain composed under pressure and communicate clearly to progress issues and deliver outcomes. Your proactive, solutions‑focused approach and attention to detail will enable you to contribute meaningfully to high‑quality Ministerial services and whole‑of‑department priorities.

Key knowledge and experience

• Experience in providing advice on complex/sensitive/controversial issues to senior management or ministerial level.
• Strong communication, drafting and organisation skills.

For more information read the full Role Description:   RD - Ministerial Liaison Officer - EO7.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.

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 2^nd May 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Audrey Cremer via audrey.cremer@DCCEEW.nsw.gov.au or on 8275 1592.

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?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• 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 548815).

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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