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

• Shape vibrant, connected communities through impactful stakeholder engagement that builds Sydney Olympic Park’s future.
• Temporary full-time opportunity ending June 2027
• Office location based in Sydney Olympic Park with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling projects, 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 work across place making initiatives and community programs, bringing people, assets and ideas together to help shape a vibrant, connected Sydney Olympic Park community. From collaborating with stakeholders to community engagement campaigns, you’ll ensure projects deliver meaningful social, cultural and economic outcomes for the precinct.

In a fast-paced, evolving environment, you’ll balance competing priorities, advocate for a place-led approach and use community insights to influence outcomes—building strong partnerships while delivering high-quality experiences that enhance how people live, work and connect.

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer Place and Community

What you will bring to the role

• Demonstrated ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively to deliver place-based community outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse insights and influence outcomes in complex, evolving environments.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, ensuring high-quality delivery of projects within tight timeframes.
• Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to present ideas, insights and recommendations clearly to diverse audiences.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or significant industry experience in place making, urban design, property, economic development, events, arts/culture, marketing, project management or equivalent related fields or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Certificate in Community Engagement (or willingness and ability to obtain)
• Current working with Children Check prior to commencement
• Driver License (Class C)

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 Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Mike Bartlett (Mike.Bartlett@sopa.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.