- Full Time, 35 hours per week
- Temporary up to June 2027
- Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
- Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary from $133,348 up to $146,945 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

About the Role As a Program Coordinator, you will play a key role in managing and delivering complex programs and projects that contribute to the success of Fisheries and Forestry's Research and Evaluation activities. You'll coordinate planning, governance, reporting, stakeholder engagement and project delivery to ensure outcomes are achieved on time, within scope and aligned to organisational priorities. Working with a diverse range of stakeholders across government, industry and the community, you'll provide high-quality advice, manage competing priorities and help drive continuous improvement across program delivery. A key early priority for this role will be coordinating the FishOnline Coordination Committee, overseeing the delivery and integration of multiple workstreams spanning operational performance, risk management, reporting, system review and future roadmap development. Beyond the Committee, the role will be deployed to lead complex strategic, evaluation and business improvement projects, providing flexible capability to support departmental priorities, organisational change and evidence-based decision-making.

About You

As our ideal candidate, you will have:





- Proven experience coordinating complex projects and programs to deliver outcomes.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills across diverse groups.
- Ability to provide clear advice and communicate complex information effectively.
- Experience managing competing priorities while meeting deadlines and objectives.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify practical solutions.
- Demonstrated commitment to accountability, integrity and public sector values.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence positive outcomes.

Applying is easy! Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Julie Rehwinkel on 0438 295 174 or email [email protected].

EOI Applications close: Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format,



or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to [email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply.

We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. Learn more about the advantages of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an appointment for over 12 months or ongoing, applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Clerk Grade 9/10 OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.

📌 EOI - Program Coordinator (Armidale)
🏢 NSW Planning, Industry u0026 Environment
📍 Armidale