Regional Manager - Greater Sydney (Identified)

New South Wales Premier's Department; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Work-life balance

Wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Job summary

New South Wales Premier's Department seeks a Regional Manager for Greater Sydney to lead a dispersed team delivering OCHRE initiatives with Aboriginal communities and partners.

You will drive strategic oversight, project delivery, stakeholder engagement and governance across government, NGO and private sectors to achieve measurable community outcomes. This identified role emphasizes leadership and collaboration in the NSW public sector.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team management experience across a geographically dispersed workforce.
• Strong capability building and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to oversee complex projects and deliver measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a geographically dispersed team across Greater Sydney.
• Oversee project development, budgeting, risk management, monitoring and reporting.
• Engage with Aboriginal governance bodies, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners.
• Negotiate contracts and oversee external providers to meet quality, budget and timelines.
• Develop and maintain relationships to support project delivery and outcomes.
• Provide strategic advice and status updates to executives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract & vendor management

Partnership building

Strategic advisory

Job description

Regional Manager - Greater Sydney (Identified)

New South Wales Premier's Department - Mascot NSW

Regional Manager - Greater Sydney (Identified)

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Manage and develop a geographically dispersed team across Greater Sydney region to improve outcomes for Aboriginal communities
• Bring your strong expertise in leadership, capability building and stakeholder relationships
• 2 years temporary with an opportunity for ongoing Clerk Grade 11/12 role base salary ($154,231 - $178,369 per annum) based in the Greater Sydney area.

About the Role

The Regional Manager - Greater Sydney, leads teams that work closely with Aboriginal communities, government agencies, the non-government organisation (NGO) sector, and the private sector to support the development, implementation, and ongoing delivery of OCHRE and related initiatives aimed at strengthening Aboriginal communities.

The role is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of OCHRE activities, including project management, stakeholder engagement, coordination, liaison, program delivery, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.

In addition, the Regional Manager ensures that projects are aligned with policy objectives, delivered effectively, and achieve measurable outcomes that contribute to long-term community development and capacity building

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We’re Looking For

• Leadership and Team Management: Manage and supervise a geographically dispersed team, providing direction, support, and oversight to ensure the successful delivery of OCHRE-related projects and outcomes for Aboriginal people in NSW, Aboriginal Affairs (AA), and the NSW Government.
• Project and Program Delivery: Lead all aspects of project development and implementation, including project planning, resource coordination, budget management, risk mitigation, and the establishment of monitoring and reporting frameworks.
• Aboriginal Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with Aboriginal governance bodies, Aboriginal leaders, and Aboriginal community organisations to strengthen governance capability and support continuous improvement in local processes and practices.
• Contract and Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts and oversee the performance of externally sourced providers to ensure services are delivered in line with agreed quality standards, procurement requirements, budgets, and timeframes.
• Partnership and Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong working relationships and collaborative networks across Aboriginal communities, government agencies, NGOs, the private sector, and internal stakeholders to support project delivery and implementation outcomes.
• Strategic Advisory and Executive Support: Provide high-level strategic advice, reporting, and project updates to executives, ensuring informed decision-making and that leadership remains fully briefed on project progress, risks, and outcomes.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual based on a 35-hour work week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance programs and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks supporting diversity and inclusion

Closing date: Sunday, 4 October 2026 (11:59PM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12 role base salary ($154,231 - $178,369 per annum), plus super and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Chloe Bennett, Director Community Partnerships *************@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au

This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

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

About the Premier's DepartmentConnecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at ***@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.