Executive Coordinator

the original; Parramatta, Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 119,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) invites applications for an Executive Coordinator. Based in Parramatta or Sydney CBD with hybrid work options, you will support the Secretary, coordinate information and workflows, and liaise with senior stakeholders to keep executive priorities on track.

Temporary full-time position until 30 November 2027, with salary aligned to experience in the NSW public sector.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation.
• Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound judgement when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Confidence using digital tools, communication platforms and information management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Secretary.
• Coordinate information and manage workflows to support priority delivery.
• Support internal communications and connect people across the organisation.
• Contribute to delivering strategic objectives and business priorities.

Skills

Executive support

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Digital tools

Education

Business Administration qualification

Job description

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Shape outcomes at the highest level of the NSW public sector
• Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 November 2027
• Office location Parramatta / Sydney CBD, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,292 to $134,587 + super

Do you thrive on bringing order to complexity, anticipating what needs to happen before others do, and keeping senior leaders operating at their very best?

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking an exceptional Executive Coordinator to join the Office of the Secretary. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the organisation, supporting one of NSW's most senior public sector leaders while collaborating with executives and stakeholders across government.

No two days will be the same. You'll be trusted to manage competing priorities, coordinate critical business activities, navigate sensitive and confidential matters, and ensure the Secretary's office operates seamlessly and efficiently.

As Executive Coordinator, you'll provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Secretary, ensuring the smooth delivery of business priorities and strategic objectives. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating information, managing workflows, supporting internal communications, and connecting people across the organisation.

About You

You're a highly organised and adaptable professional who remains calm under pressure and enjoys working in a fast-moving environment. You are known for your professionalism, discretion and ability to build trusted relationships at all levels.

You’ll bring:

• Experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation.
• Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound judgement when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Confidence using digital tools, communication platforms and information management systems.

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications in business administration and/or extensive experience in relevant field.

For more information read the full Role Description:

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.

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.

Applications close Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:55PM.