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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Lead systems and intelligence initiatives that strengthen grant management, improve decision-making and deliver better outcomes across NSW.
• Temporary full-time opportunity, 35 hours per week up to 31 October 2028
• Parramatta, location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $157,257 to $ 172,589 pa + super
  
  

The Grants Branch is currently seeking to appoint a Manager Systems and Intelligence to lead the development and delivery of systems, tools and intelligence that support best-practice grants management across the Department.

As the Manager Systems and Intelligence, you will lead a team of specialists responsible for the strategic delivery of systems, projects and continuous improvement initiatives across a diverse grants portfolio. You will oversee the development of digital tools, reporting frameworks and intelligence solutions that support effective grant program delivery, governance and decision-making. Working closely with stakeholders across the Department and external providers, you will help drive innovation, identify opportunities for improvement and ensure grants systems remain efficient, compliant and fit for purpose.

About You
You are an experienced project leader with a strong background delivering complex systems projects and business improvement initiatives. You are comfortable working across multiple priorities and have experience implementing technology solutions, improving processes and using data and insights to support decision-making and organisational outcomes.

You build strong stakeholder relationships and can confidently communicate with technical and non-technical audiences. With strong problem-solving, project management and leadership skills, you can navigate complexity, drive change and support teams to successfully deliver strategic objectives in a collaborative environment.

Key Knowledge and Experience 

• Extensive experience in senior project management role, coordinating the successful delivery of project deliverables and objectives, particularly for systems solutions. 

Essential requirements 

• Tertiary qualification in relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Systems and Intelligence

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 18 October 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Marina Slavez via marina.slavez@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 8837 6054.

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.

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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 Gabriella Schulzer on 9585 6521 (please mention reference number 553326).

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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