Partnerships & Programs Manager (Temporary)

NSW Public Service Commission; Sydney; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking an Associate Manager Place Partnerships for a temporary up-to-10-month role in Sydney. You will support vibrant, walkable public spaces by coordinating grants, managing milestones, and reporting, while building strong partnerships across government, councils and industry.

You'll lead governance and documentation, monitor performance, and advise decision-makers to deliver positive outcomes for NSW communities.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects, programs, partnerships or community initiatives in a complex stakeholder environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of NSW Government vibrancy and public space programs, contributing to walkable and liveable communities across NSW.
• Manage end-to-end administration of complex grant and funding programs, including assessment, contracting, milestone management, acquittals, compliance and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders across government, local councils, industry and other delivery partners to drive collaborative outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, executive updates and program documentation while ensuring strong governance and record management practices.
• Monitor program performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide timely advice to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate working groups and stakeholder engagement activities to support successful program delivery and community outcomes.
• Support capability development across the team by sharing knowledge, coaching and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Transport for NSW is seeking an Associate Manager Place Partnerships for a temporary up-to-10-month role in Sydney. You will support vibrant, walkable public spaces by coordinating grants, managing milestones, and reporting, while building strong partnerships across government, councils and industry.

You'll lead governance and documentation, monitor performance, and advise decision-makers to deliver positive outcomes for NSW communities.