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

•  Temporary role through to 30 June 2026
• Office location – Parramatta or Orange preferred with other locations considered upon application.
• Clerk Grade 9/10

Join a team that’s driving strategic change across one of NSW’s most impactful government departments. As a Senior Project Officer, you will play a key role in shaping how the Department of Planning, Housing & Infrastructure measures and improves its performance. The role sits within the Corporate Strategy & Performance team and is central to delivering high-quality planning and reporting frameworks that support better outcomes for communities across the state.

You’ll lead and support initiatives that align internal planning and reporting  with the NSW Performance and Wellbeing Framework, provide expert advice to internal stakeholders, and manage systems that ensure statutory reporting obligations are met. This is a dynamic opportunity to influence decision-making, enhance accountability, and contribute to continuous improvement in a large, multi-faceted organisation.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Project Officer

• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects independently, with a focus on strategic planning and performance reporting.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience consulting across diverse teams and government agencies.
• Ability to navigate competing priorities and communicate performance insights in a large, multi-faceted organisation.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages for executive audiences.
• Resilience and adaptability in managing change, ambiguity, and high-pressure situations.
• A proactive and accountable approach to work, with a commitment to ethical standards and public sector values.
• Experience applying project management principles and using data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

What is an essential requirement:

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

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 at 11:55PM Sunday 19th October 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Annie Kim via Annie.Kim@dpie.nsw.gov.au (Monday to Wednesday) and Margo Stephens via Margo.Stephens@dpie.nsw.gov.au (Thursday and Friday).

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. 

If we can make adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role.