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

• Crafting clear, engaging and impactful communication and engagement strategies to support Departmental programs and initiatives 

• Temporary full-time opportunity (12 months) 

• Office location – All NSW locations considered with flexible working supported 

• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $110,266.00 to $122,058.00 plus super 

What’s in it for me? 

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, 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 

The Projects Advisor plays a crucial role in shaping and delivering effective communication and engagement strategies that support Departmental programs and initiatives. By collaborating with internal teams and senior executives, it ensures messaging aligns with broader goals, enhances engagement, and maintains clear, impactful communication across multiple channels, from social media to intranet and public-facing platforms. 

A key challenge to this role involves crafting communication strategies that not only reach the right audience but also keep them engaged. You’ll be required to stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to create innovative and compelling materials that promote key programs and initiatives while adapting to evolving communication needs.  

For more information read the full Role Description: Projects Advisor 

What you will bring to the role 

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with a willingness to contribute to group efforts and support colleagues in achieving objectives. 

• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes. 

• Creativity and innovation to bring fresh ideas and approaches to problem-solving and project development. 

• Strategic thinking and adaptability to craft compelling communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences and drive engagement across multiple channels. 

What is an essential requirement 

• Tertiary qualifications in communications or other related discipline and/or relevant equivalent experience. 

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 Thursday 5 June 2025 at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact caitlin.williams@dpie.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. 

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.