Senior Project Officer, Strategy & Programs

New South Wales Premier's Department; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

New South Wales Premier's Department in Sydney is seeking a Senior Project Officer, Strategy & Programs to join the Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer (OCSE). You will help deliver CMPAMIP, oversee grant-funded projects and shape future funding opportunities at the intersection of government, industry and research.

The role is a full-time, 3.5-year temporary position (Clerk Grade 7/8) based in Martin Place, Sydney, with a base salary of $116,981–$129,492 plus superannuation and leave

Qualifications

• Experience managing grant programs or funding initiatives.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships across government, industry, academia and research organisations.
• Strong project management skills with ability to analyse complex technical or commercial information and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the CMPAMIP, a flagship NSW Government initiative.
• Oversee grant-funded projects and monitor outcomes and risks.
• Shape future funding opportunities and drive outcomes for NSW's critical minerals and advanced materials sector.

Skills

Grants management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

New South Wales Premier's Department – Sydney CBD NSW

Senior Project Officer, Strategy & Programs

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Shape the future of NSW's critical minerals industry
• Bring expertise in grants, stakeholder and project management
• Full time 3.5-year temporary opportunity, Clerk Grade 7/8 ($116,981- $129,492) based in Martin Place, Sydney

Premier's Department

Support a flagship NSW Government program bolstering critical minerals innovation, industry‑academic collaborations and the commercialisation of emerging technologies.

About the Role

You will join the Strategy & Programs team within the Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer (OCSE), where science, innovation and industry come together to solve some of NSW's most important challenges. OCSE supports research, drives industry development and fosters the translation of innovative technologies into real-world outcomes.

As the Senior Project Officer, Strategy & Programs, you will play a key role in delivering the Critical Minerals Processing and Advanced Materials Innovation Program (CMPAMIP), a flagship NSW Government initiative supporting the development and commercialisation of innovative technologies. Working at the intersection of government, industry and research, you will oversee grant‑funded projects, shape future funding opportunities and help drive outcomes that strengthen NSW's critical minerals and advanced materials sector.

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

We're Looking For

• Grants & Program Delivery: Demonstrated experience managing grant programs or funding initiatives, including administering processes, monitoring project outcomes, managing risks and ensuring compliance with funding agreements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Proven ability to build productive relationships across government, industry, academia and research organisations, balancing competing priorities to achieve shared outcomes.
• Project Management & Strategic Thinking: Strong project management skills, with the ability to analyse complex technical or commercial information, develop practical solutions and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast‑paced environment.

Experience within the critical minerals, resources, innovation, research commercialisation or related sectors will be highly regarded.

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 through expert‑led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non‑executive roles) based on a 35‑hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff‑led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

Closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026 (11:59 PM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($116,981- $129,492 plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Kristen Mulligan, Senior Manager, Strategy & Programs, via ***************@chiefscientist.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting 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.

Reasonable Adjustments:

The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in 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.

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