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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

• New and exciting Project Officer roles x2
• Package includes salary depending on experience ($106,025 - $117,363) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Temporary full-time roles until 30 June 2026  
• Great location – Parramatta.  

 

About the Role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has two exciting opportunities for Project Officers to work as part of the close-knit native title team based in Parramatta. Contribute and collaborate to deliver broad joint management responsibilities and new native title management initiatives.

The Project Officer is responsible for providing key research and analysis to support native title policy development and decision-making. The Project officer is responsible for liaising, and maintaining working relationships with, key internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of projects.

Role 1: The primary focus of this role is to contribute to a broad range of projects relating to native title policy development and implementation supporting NPWS operational areas to better deliver joint management outcomes. Please read the Role Description: Project Officer and Statement of Works for more information.

Role 2: This role’s primary objective is to contribute to coordinating the implementation of Indigenous Land Use Agreements, reporting and evaluating outcomes and informing strategic native title policy and funding proposals.  Please read the Role Description Project Officer and Statement of Works for more information.

 

About You

As a Project Officer you are adept at managing competing priorities and working collaboratively with inter-connected teams, and across multiple organisations. Ideally, you have exposure to high-volume work within a large complex organisation or similar.

In addition to your strong verbal and written communication skills, you will have proven ability to work with stakeholders to achieve program and project outcomes whilst exercising sound judgement and discretion.

Ideally, you will have detailed knowledge and experience in project and data management.

 

Essential Requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
• Experience in development and delivery of projects, including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration.

 

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.

 

What we can offer you

NPWS is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

 

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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How 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.

Applications close: Wednesday 20^th of November 2024 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact the Hiring Manager, Marian Traynor, Senior Project Officer, on 02 9995 6732 or via marian.traynor@environment.nsw.gov.au.

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?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Varvara Kuraeva on 0436 126 838 (please mention reference number 539199).

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