Senior Grant Project Officer | 553531

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Coniston; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking a Senior Grant Project Officer to lead the delivery of grant programs that benefit communities, industry and the environment across NSW. This role focuses on program delivery, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement within a collaborative team.

The role oversees grant funding programs from inception to evaluation, providing strategic advice on performance, governance, risk and funding decisions, and

Qualifications

• Experienced grants, program or project professional with strong stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of grants governance, risk management, and funding processes.
• Ability to analyse information, identify issues and provide practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and delivery of grant funding programs from inception through evaluation.
• Provide strategic advice on program performance, governance, risk and funding decisions.
• Coordinate grant assessments and maintain relationships with grantees and stakeholders.
• Contribute to program design and drive best-practice approaches to grants and project delivery.

Skills

Grant management

Stakeholder engagement

Project governance

Program administration

Job description

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity, up to 30 June 2028
• Wollongong office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 to $146,945 pa + super

Our Grants Team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Grant Project Officer to lead the delivery of high-impact grant programs that create meaningful outcomes for communities, industry and the environment across NSW. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced grants professional to take a leading role in program delivery, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement while helping shape how government funding drives positive change.

As a Senior Grant Project Officer, you will oversee the administration and delivery of grant funding programs from inception through to evaluation, ensuring funded projects achieve their intended outcomes and align with organisational objectives. You will provide strategic advice on program performance, governance, risk and funding decisions, coordinate grant assessments, develop and maintain strong relationships with grantees and stakeholders, and support business improvement initiatives that enhance grant management practices. Working within a collaborative and high-performing team, you will have the opportunity to mentor others, contribute to program design and drive best-practice approaches to grants and project delivery across a diverse portfolio.

About You

You are an experienced grants, program or project professional with a strong track record of delivering funding programs, managing complex stakeholder relationships and providing sound advice in a government, community, environmental or similarly regulated environment. You bring a well-developed understanding of grants governance, risk management, program administration and compliance requirements, together with the ability to analyse information, identify emerging issues and develop practical solutions that support effective decision-making. You are comfortable managing competing priorities, balancing strategic and operational demands, and delivering high-quality outcomes within tight deadlines.

Your strengths include building trusted stakeholder relationships, influencing outcomes, negotiating effectively and communicating complex information clearly to a range of audiences. You are a proactive and adaptable leader who enjoys guiding others, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement. With strong project management skills, sound judgement and a commitment to accountability and customer service, you thrive in environments where you can lead initiatives, improve processes and contribute to grant programs that deliver lasting benefits for the people and communities of NSW.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer - Grants

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.

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