- Clerk Grade 11/12
- Ongoing, Full-Time
- Sydney Olympic Park

About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Manager, Research Projects & Governance to be part of our People, Strategy & Engagement team within our People & Capability Command. The role leads and manages the team to support research, develop, deliver, monitor and evaluate people related strategies, projects and research, to support achievement of organisational objectives.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc;

How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications,



certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Describe a complex organisational or strategic project that you led from concept through to implementation. How did you identify the need, engage stakeholders, manage risks and competing priorities, and evaluate the project's success?

Target Question 2:

Provide an example of a time when you had to manage a sensitive issue or negotiate with stakeholders who had competing priorities or differing viewpoints. How did you build consensus, influence decision-making, and achieve a positive outcome?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Gemma Halliday via 0438 567 726.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a Recent Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.





Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

- Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
- Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
- Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

📌 Manager, Research Projects & Governance (Sydney)
🏢 New South Wales Government
📍 Sydney