Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Drive strong governance across DCCEEW and its entities.
- Permanent ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hours per week
- Parramatta office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 pa + super
The DCCEEW Audit and Ethics team is seeking a highly organised and proactive Secretariat Officer to play an important governance role supporting the Department and its entities. This role provides high-level secretariat, governance and administrative support for key departmental meetings and committees, including the Audit and Risk Committee, helping to strengthen accountability, transparency and effective decision-making across DCCEEW. You will work closely with senior executives, committee Chairs and members to support the smooth and professional operation of committee processes, including the preparation of agendas, minutes, correspondence, briefing materials, records and timely reporting on audit and ethics activities.
As a key point of coordination, you will build and maintain effective relationships with senior executives, committee members, internal teams, external stakeholders and service providers to support the flow of accurate, timely and trusted information. Working with the Manager Strategic Audit Services, the Director Audit and Ethics and other governance stakeholders, you will help ensure secretariat milestones are delivered to a high standard and in line with established protocols. This role also supports internal audit engagements, external audit processes, providing an important foundation for the Department’s governance, assurance and oversight functions.
About You
You are an organised, proactive, reliable and trusted professional with a strong background in board or committee management, ideally in a governance, audit or risk environment. You are confident working independently and autonomously, exercising sound judgement to plan, prioritise and deliver high-quality secretariat support within agreed timeframes and protocols. You are solutions focused, bring a high level of integrity, discretion and ethical standards, and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information and supporting senior decision-making forums.
You will have a thorough understanding of NSW Treasury policies relevant to audit and risk committees, annual reporting and financial management, including TPP 20-08. Your strong written and verbal communication skills will support effective engagement with committee Chairs, members and internal and external stakeholders. You will also bring a continuous improvement mindset, keeping abreast of best practice in committee management and governance, with the ability to review and improve administrative practices, systems and processes, and apply technology to strengthen the efficiency, quality and operation of committee management.
For more information read the full Role Description: Secretariat 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 11 August 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Rebecca Bennett, Manager Strategic Audit Services via rebecca.bennett@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0407 205 995.
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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 551725).
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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