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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Senior Ministerial Liaison Officers, Ministerial Services Branch
• Two Temporary full time positions (35 hours per week) – up to 12 months
• One on-going full time position (35 hours per week)
• Hybrid working from home and Parramatta - Flexible working options are available
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $124,322 pa to $138,494 pa + super 

The Ministerial Services Branch (MSB) within DCCEEW is seeking for highly motivated Senior Ministerial Liaison Officer’s to join our dynamic team. These are fantastic opportunities to contribute to high-profile areas including climate change, energy, environment and heritage.

About the role
As a Senior Ministerial Liaison Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, timely advice to Ministers and DCCEEW executives. You will:

• draft, coordinate, and review ministerial briefings and correspondence
• provide clear, risk-assessed advice on complex and sensitive issues
• collaborate across the Department and with other government stakeholders
• support decision-making on initiatives that shape NSW’s environmental and energy landscape.

This role offers a unique view across governance, public policy, and program delivery, with strong career development pathways within the NSW public sector.

About you
You are a confident communicator and strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You bring:

• strong writing and editing skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy
• excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• sound judgement, diplomacy, and analytical thinking to navigate sensitive issues
• a customer-focused mindset and commitment to public service excellence.

Why join us?

• Work on issues that matter to communities and the environment
• Be part of a high-performing, supportive team
• Access flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to a Department that values integrity, trust, accountability, service and collaboration and courage.

Key knowledge and experience

• Experience in providing high-level advice on complex, sensitive, or controversial issues to senior management or ministerial level.
• Sound understanding of the machinery of Government, the policy process and relevant legislation.

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

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 17 May 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Justin Hook, Manager Correspondence and Briefings at justin.hook@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 9995 5231.

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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 548894).

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. 

Find us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube and LinkedIn.