Project Officer (Identified)

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW is seeking a Project Officer (Identified) to coordinate projects, develop policy support, and engage a diverse range of stakeholders. The role is identified for Aboriginal candidates and supports flexibility across NSW offices, with Parramatta as a preferred location.

The successful candidate will manage multiple tasks, analyse processes, and contribute to improvements while ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyse information and identify process improvements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities, resources, reports, and documentation.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and project plans to support decision-making and delivery.
• Review and improve policies, procedures, and operational practices.
• Research emerging issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Develop clear processes and guidance by interpreting legislation and policy requirements.
• Collaborate with committees and working groups to support project outcomes.
• Monitor progress and ensure milestones are met.

Skills

Project coordination

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Initiative

Job description

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW – Sydney CBD NSW

Shape your world in the Aboriginal Strategy Policy and Engagement team where lived experiences and cultural knowledge are at the centre of our work.

• Project Officer (Identified)
• Ongoing Full Time Opportunity
• Office location: Parramatta preferred, various NSW office locations negotiable with flexible working supported
• Clerk Grade 7/8 with salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super

This is an Aboriginal Identified rolewhere Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977).

Are you an organised and proactive professional who enjoys juggling projects, improving processes, and working with a variety of stakeholders? We're looking for a Project Officer to join our team and help deliver meaningful outcomes across a range of projects and initiatives.

What you'll be doing

In this role, you'll provide project coordination and support to help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You'll:

• Coordinate project activities, resources, reports, and documentation.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and project plans to support decision-making and project delivery.
• Review and improve policies, procedures, and operational practices.
• Research and analyse emerging issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Assist in developing clear processes and guidance for staff by interpreting legislation and policy requirements.
• Work closely with stakeholders, committees, and working groups to share information and support project outcomes.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure key milestones are met.

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who can:

• Manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analyse information and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Build positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Take initiative and work collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and an understanding of issues impacting Aboriginal people, communities, and organisations, with the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively.

Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Read the role description for more detail:Project Officer (Identified) ASPE

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Applications close 11.55pm on Thursday 19th November 2026

For more information contact Nikki Taylor, A/Director Aboriginal Inclusion via ***************@dphi.nsw.gov.au

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander may wish to use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process (including an alternate format of the application form) ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via ***************@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637*** - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.