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

• Dual role providing high-level executive support and hands-on project coordination
• Work closely with senior leadership on priority housing and key sites initiatives
• Varied, fast-paced role with strong stakeholder engagement and flexibility
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $99,938 - $110,271 + 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. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

You’ll be a trusted partner at the centre of a fast‑paced executive environment, supporting the Executive Director to stay focused, informed and organised, while also playing a hands‑on role in delivering priority housing assessment projects. You’ll manage sensitive communications, coordinate diaries and meetings, and pull together clear, timely advice so leaders can make confident decisions.

At the same time, you’ll provide practical project support—keeping documentation on track, coordinating stakeholders, and helping projects move forward despite tight deadlines and competing priorities. This role suits someone who enjoys juggling detail and delivery, knows when to escalate issues, and takes pride in making things run smoothly behind the scenes.

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Assistant and Project Support Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas, manage sensitive communications and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• High level administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands in a busy executive and project environment.
• Solid time management and organisational skills to juggle diaries, meetings, project documentation and tight deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with a willingness to support leaders, work across teams and contribute to shared outcomes.
• A familiarity with the Planning System in NSW, to support planning assessment teams to deliver strategic planning outcomes.

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 Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Rosalky (Adam.Rosalky@planning.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 may 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.