EOI – Principal Department Liaison Officer (Clerk Grade 11/12) – Minister Jackson’s Office

• Temporary full-time opportunity for up to 11 months, 35 hrs/week
• Start mid-July
• Location: Sydney CBD
• Starting ranges from $ 145,378 to $ 168,130 + Super
• Applications close 11:55 pm Monday, 09 June 2025

About the role

An opportunity exists for an assignment to the role of Principal Departmental Liaison Officer (DLO) in the Office of the Minister for Water. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a greater insight into the operations of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) at the highest level, as well as understand the workings of a Minister’s office and how decisions are made.

The Principal DLO is the Department’s point of contact in the Minister's office. The role provides policy and procedural advice to the Minister and DCCEEW and ensures the effective exchange of information between the Minister's office and DCCEEW.

About you

The secondee in this position will play an important role in assisting with the development and delivery of key government priorities. The role requires the ability to prioritise requests, manage workloads and exercise independent sound judgement in an environment of tight timelines and high volumes, as well as supporting effective communications in both directions between the Minister’s office and DCCEEW, including but not limited to facilitating the progression of briefing documents, cabinet documents, parliamentary matters, legislation, event packages, policy advice, and correspondence.

The position reports to the Director Ministerial Services Branch in the Department but for practical reasons reports to the Chief of Staff on a daily basis.

The position is located at 52 Martin Place and working in the office is required. Flexible working arrangements may be available subject to approval.

For more information, read the full role description: Principal Department Liaison Officer

How to apply

Application deadline: 11:55 pm,Monday, 09 June 2025 

If you’re excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter (maximum of one page) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Sarah Blain, Director Ministerial Services, MSB at Sarah.Blain@environment.nsw.gov.au

Who is eligible to apply

The Expression of Interest is open to temporary and ongoing staff within the Department (DCCEEW), at grade or looking for an opportunity to act in a higher role. Contractors and casual staff are not eligible for this role.

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