Senior Project Officer

Current Jobs; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 93,880 - 103,453; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Office in Orange or Parramatta

Job summary

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead the implementation and continual improvement of project, program and portfolio management frameworks. You will support governance, assurance and performance reporting to deliver high-value initiatives for NSW communities.

The role offers temporary, full-time employment until 31 August 2027 with flexible working options and offices in Orange or Parramatta.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or managing complex information technology projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of project governance, assurance and performance reporting.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of project governance, assurance, performance reporting and governance processes.
• Ensure quality assurance, performance reporting and governance are consistently applied across initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align projects with strategic priorities and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project governance

Performance reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Prince2

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Shape your world through meaningful work that helps deliver better technology outcomes across NSW

• Opportunity to lead the Assurance of Projects across IT and support our Project Managers
• Temporary (Up to 31 Aug 2027) full-time opportunity
• Office location based in Orange or Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 to $146,945

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 will contribute to shaping lives and communities across NSW, while shaping your own career. You will enjoy flexible work options, varied and impactful projects, and a vibrant, diverse team culture built on collaboration, inclusion and support. We are creating a workplace where everyone belongs and where you can balance work, life and wellbeing.

As a Senior Project Officer in the Digital Information Office (DIO), you will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of project, program, and portfolio management frameworks, ensuring quality assurance, performance reporting, and governance processes are consistently applied. Your expertise will support the successful delivery of high-value initiatives that contribute to thriving communities across NSW.

Become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking PMO and Governance team, where you will work closely with stakeholders to drive process improvements, strengthen accountability, and align projects with strategic priorities. This is a dynamic opportunity to influence meaningful change, deliver public value, and grow within a team that champions innovation, inclusion, and professional development.

What you will bring to the role

• Experience supporting or managing complex information technology projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of project governance, assurance, and performance reporting.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with Prince2 and Agile methodologies
• Extensive experience in the use of Project and Program Management Solutions/Toolsets
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skill to guide the increasing level of maturity across the Division.

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.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us

Applications close 11:55pm Thursday 13 August 2026

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sandy Howarth at [e-mail] .

A talent 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 note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

Advertised: 31 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time