Support high-profile ministerial and departmental priorities in a fast-paced environment, helping connect DPIRD with portfolio Ministers’ offices.

• Multiple 12-month temporary opportunities available
• Located in Sydney, CBD
• Clerk Grade 9/10 | Salary from $129,464 plus super and leave loading

About the Role
As a Department Liaison Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the relationship between the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and portfolio Ministers’ offices.

You will provide timely advice, coordination and high-level administrative support to help facilitate the effective operation of ministerial business. This includes supporting the flow of correspondence, briefings, parliamentary material, speeches, House folder notes and other key documents. You will work closely with ministerial staff, senior executives and teams across DPIRD to ensure advice and written material is accurate, timely and aligned with government and departmental priorities.

We are looking for an individual who can:

• Provide a reliable source of knowledge and advice on DPIRD operations, portfolio issues and departmental processes.
• Coordinate requests for correspondence, briefing material, media releases, speeches and parliamentary briefs.
• Quality check briefs, correspondence, reports and responses to parliamentary questions.
• Liaise with staff across DPIRD to support the delivery of clear, timely and high-quality policy advice.
• Support the Ministers involvement in meetings, events and visits by coordinating written material and advice.
• Build strong working relationships across ministerial offices, senior executives, government agencies and external stakeholders.
• Manage competing priorities, sensitive matters and urgent deadlines in a complex public sector environment.

About You
To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have:

• Strong knowledge of machinery of government, ministerial correspondence, briefing processes, parliamentary material and speeches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, accurate and persuasive advice.
• Sound judgement, discretion and the ability to work with sensitive or confidential information.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to work effectively with ministerial staff, senior executives and internal teams.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure, manage competing priorities and respond quickly to emerging issues.
• A practical understanding of DPIRD’s functions, objectives and operating environment.

Applying for the role
Apply online by submitting your current resume (maximum 2 pages), and a cover letter, (maximum 1 page), outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you are our ideal candidate.

A copy of the Role Description is linked for your reference.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Bec Johnson, Manager Business Operations, at rebecca.johnson@dpird.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday 17th May 2025

What to expect next

• Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel.
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview, which may be held in person, over the phone or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test or other assessment.
• Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.
• The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

Recruitment Adjustments
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise need support participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist.

Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and, through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identifying and removing unintended barriers for candidates.

About Us
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long-term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture and Biosecurity, Forestry and Fishing, Local Land Services, NSW Resources, Regional Development and Delivery, the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation, NSW Public Works and the Soil Conservation Service.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Why work for us?
We work every day to support strong, sustainable and thriving communities across regional NSW.

As part of our team, you will be able to:
Deliver with impact. You’ll contribute to meaningful work that supports government priorities and delivers outcomes for NSW communities.
Connect to what matters. You’ll work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and leaders across the department and broader public sector.
Live your way. We support flexible working arrangements where they fit the role, the team and the needs of the department.

Additional Information
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to DPIRD. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation, to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.