Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Ensuring a sustainable NSW through climate change and energy action, water management, environment and heritage conservation and protection.
- Three (3) temporary roles (12 months with possibility to extend), full-time opportunities.
- Parramatta office location, hybrid working supported, regional locations will be considered if an office is available.
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,421 to $148,239 pa plus super
This is a senior opportunity to lead the design and delivery of climate change, sustainability and net zero emissions initiatives that make a tangible difference across business, government and household sectors.
What you’ll do
As Senior Project Officer, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex projects within broader programs — shaping program design, overseeing delivery, guiding evaluation and continuous improvement, and ensuring initiatives deliver strong outcomes and value for public expenditure.
You will work in a fast‑paced, policy‑driven environment, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing risks and interdependencies, and working closely with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
This role suits an experienced professional who enjoys working in complexity, strategic problem‑solving, and is motivated by delivering outcomes that support long‑term environmental and community benefits.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Baharak Sahebekhtiari, Director, via Baharak.sahebekhtiari@dcceew.nsw.gov.au
What You’ll Bring
- Demonstrated experience managing complex programs or portfolios of projects, ideally in a policy, sustainability, climate change, reporting or infrastructure environment.
- Strong leadership capability, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external partners and contractors.
- Proven ability to navigate complexity, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in high‑volume, evolving environments.
- Well‑developed stakeholder engagement skills, including experience managing sensitive or complex consultations with diverse interests.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, manage interdependencies and develop practical, implementable solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing high‑quality advice, reports and briefings for senior decision‑makers.
- Superior knowledge of the operational requirements for successful delivery of sustainability climate change, resilience, adaptation and/or net zero emissions programs. Knowledge of climate change finance and funding flows highly desirable.
- Proven ability in delivering stakeholders to act on delivering sustainability outcomes.
- Experience in delivering projects and ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, on budget, and to quality standards.
Essential Requirements
- Sound knowledge of the operational requirements for successful delivery of sustainability climate change, resilience, adaptation and/or net zero emissions programs.
- Proven ability in delivering stakeholders to take action on delivering sustainability outcomes.
Experience in taking the lead to deliver projects and ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, on budget, and to quality standards.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Senior Project Officer Programs
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.
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 Monday 18th May 2026 (11:55PM).
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?
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 Amanda Paterson on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 549085).
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