Project Officer

Department of Regional NSW; Queanbeyan-Palerang; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is seeking a Project Officer to support RGDC’s strategic and operational priorities through project coordination, governance, and business support. You will work across corporate functions, build stakeholder relationships, coordinate initiatives, and contribute to outcomes.

You are proactive, able to manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Applications from regional NSW are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects, activities and competing priorities in a busy environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports, briefings and correspondence.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and activities across a busy environment.
• Support governance, reporting and briefs for key initiatives.
• Build stakeholder relationships and manage competing priorities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and delivery of outcomes.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting & briefs

Problem solving

Job description

• Temporary role – 30 June 2028
• Location: Preferred office location isParkes, Moree, SnowyMountainsand Wagga Wagga.Accepting applications fromall ofregional NSW
• Role grade and salary: Clerk Grade 7/8 from $116, 981 pa plus super and leave loading

About the role

As a Project Officer, you will support the delivery of RGDC’s strategic and operational priorities through project coordination, governance, operational and business support activities. Working across a range of corporate functions, you will build strong stakeholder relationships, coordinate key initiatives, prepare reports and briefings, support continuous improvement activities, and contribute to the effective delivery of organisational outcomes.

About You

You are a proactive and organised professional who enjoys working across a variety of projects and business activities. You can build strong relationships, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. You are solutions-focused, have strong attention to detail, and are committed to improving processes and achieving positive outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• Experience coordinating projects, activities and competing priorities in a busy environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports, briefings and correspondence.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and delivering results.

About Us- Our Culture and Team

Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation wasestablishedin 2019 and is responsible for delivering the NSW Government’s Special Activation Precincts. We deliver critical infrastructure and provide streamlined planning processes and personalised support for businesses and investors in innovative and thriving regional business hubs. There are four precincts in delivery: Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Moree and Snowy Mountains.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is toprotect, support and developour primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service. With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Closing Date: Monday, 23 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Additionalinformation:

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.The successful applicant in this role maybe requiredto undergo reference checks, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.