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

Working to the protect the state’s workplace and heritage.

- Internal expression of interest – Senior Manager Nature Programs
- Temporary 12 month full-time opportunity
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $178,315 to $197,753 + super

This is an exciting prospect to work on a high-profile priority project, within a multi-disciplinary team.

The roles will support the development of the Nature Strategy and its implementation, a NSW Government commitment and DCCEEW strategic priority. The roles cover a range of functions including policy development, implementation planning, program management, MERI, project coordination, governance, and communications and engagement.

To be successful in this role you:

- will take initiative and actively contribute your skills and expertise to a multi-disciplinary team
- are a team player, working across various teams and business areas, and create effective working relationships
- can adapt and flex to accommodate moving priorities and issues, and
- enjoy working on complex problems and can prioritise and manage multiple tasks.

About you:

You will have

- Knowledge and experience of policy development, ideally in design and/or operational translation of policy.
- Extensive experience in planning, implementing and managing complex projects to achieve priority objectives.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders to influence, develop, implement and evaluate strategic planning, technical knowledge and delivery design.
- Knowledge of the operational and strategic requirements for the successful delivery of environmental and conservation programs in the context of current policy and legislative frameworks.




- Experience translating and supporting the implementation of strategic plans and policy to implementation of nature and conservation program delivery.
- Proven people leadership, and management of high performing teams to deliver under pressure

Essential Requirements:

- Environmental science, policy and/or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager Nature Programs To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

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.

Applications Close Thursday, 13th August 2026 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Bryony Horton via [email protected] or on 02 6650 7120.

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📌 EOI - Senior Manager Nature Programs (Parramatta)
🏢 Department of Industry
📍 Parramatta