Senior Regional Coordination Officer

Premier's Department; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Work-life balance

Wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Premier’s Department in New South Wales seeks a Senior Regional Coordination Officer to lead cross‑agency projects shaping regional priorities from Dubbo and the Western NSW region. You will drive complex policy, project and coordination work, manage cross‑agency initiatives, and deliver high‑level briefs and reports for senior government leaders.

You will engage with agencies, councils, industry and communities to ensure regional priorities are understood and addressed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and implement regional and cross‑government projects that support long‑term community outcomes.
• Deep understanding of regional NSW economic, environmental and social issues.
• Proven ability to manage projects, priorities and deadlines with detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑agency policy, project and coordination work to support government priorities across NSW.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and provide high‑quality briefings and reports for senior leaders.
• Coordinate whole‑of‑government responses and represent the Department in negotiations.

Skills

Strategic Coordination

Regional Knowledge

Project Management

Whole-of-Government Delivery

Public Sector Knowledge

Written & Verbal Briefing

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Premier’s Department

Senior Regional Coordination Officer

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Drive whole-of-government projects that support regional communities
• Seeking strategic expert with strong stakeholder engagement and coordination skills to join the Infrastructure and Regional Coordination branch
• Ongoing, Clerk Grade 9/10 ($133,348 - $146,945 per annum) opportunity, based in Dubbo and the Western NSW Regional Coordination team.

About the Role

As our Senior Regional Coordination Officer, you will lead complex policy, project, and coordination work to support the delivery of the Government’s priorities across NSW. You will manage cross-agency initiatives, provide high-quality briefings and reports for senior government leaders, and support key decision‑making processes.

In this rewarding role, you will engage with government agencies, councils, industry, and community stakeholders to ensure regional priorities are understood and addressed. You will coordinate whole‑of‑government responses, manage stakeholder relationships, and represent the Department in negotiations. Your ability to analyse issues, drive projects, and provide strategic advice will be essential in delivering positive outcomes for regional communities.

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

We're Looking For

• Strategic Coordination Experience: Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and implement regional and cross‑government projects that support long‑term outcomes for communities
• Regional Knowledge and Community Focus: Deep understanding of the economic, environmental and social issues facing regional NSW, particularly in the context of long‑term community development in Western NSW.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects, multiple priorities and meet deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high‑quality outcomes
• Whole‑of‑Government Delivery: Strong track record in delivering outcomes across multiple agencies, including navigating intergovernmental frameworks, supporting Regional Leadership Executives, and preparing high‑level advice to senior executives, Ministers and the Premier.
• Government Knowledge and Policy Insight: Sound understanding of the machinery of government, Cabinet processes, ministerial briefings and public sector accountability, with the ability to represent departmental interests in negotiations and decision‑making forums
• Communication and Briefing Excellence: High‑level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare succinct, accurate and persuasive briefs, correspondence and stakeholder presentations
• Stakeholder Engagement and Influence: Proven success in building and maintaining effective working relationships with government agencies, councils, non‑government organisations and community leaders, including the ability to broker solutions in complex and politically sensitive environments.

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:

Tuesday, 22 September 2026 (11.59PM)

Salary:

Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($133,348 - $146,945) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager:

James Cleaver, Associate Director Regional Coordination West on 0484 126 525 [e-mail]

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.

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 in pre‑screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [e-mail], 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.