Premier’s Department
Senior Project Officer
You. At the centre of big ideas.
- Make an impact delivering grants that support Aboriginal communities across NSW.
- Bring strong project delivery, stakeholder engagement and grants expertise.
- Temporary, Clerk Grade 9/10 ($133,348 – $146,945) opportunity up to 30 June 2027, based in Mascot.
Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 30 June 2027 with potential to extend.
About the Role
As Senior Project Officer, Grants, you will manage and coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of grants programs that support Aboriginal Affairs NSW’s investment in communities. You’ll oversee key elements of the grant’s lifecycle, including program planning, grant assessments, funding agreements, budgets, reporting, governance and evaluation, helping ensure initiatives are delivered to a high standard.
Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you’ll build productive relationships, navigate complex issues and provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to support effective decision-making. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement across grants administration, strengthening processes and supporting positive outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
You will join the Partnerships & Community Investments team within the Community Partnerships branch of Aboriginal Affairs NSW. Aboriginal Affairs NSW works alongside Aboriginal people and communities to ensure their voices are heard and their interests represented in government, supporting their long-term social, cultural and economic aspirations.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
- Grants & Project Delivery: Demonstrated experience managing complex projects or grants programs from planning and implementation through to monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate, consult and negotiate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Cultural Capability: The ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and understand issues impacting Aboriginal communities.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to identify emerging issues, assess risks and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations.
- Governance & Delivery: Experience working within governance, compliance and quality frameworks while balancing competing priorities and delivering outcomes within established timeframes.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear advice, reports and project documentation for different audiences.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Provide a response to the two (2) pre-screening questions within the application portal
Closing Date: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 (23:59pm) Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($133,348 – $146,945) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Jessica Davis, Manager Community Investment via
[email protected]
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, a career at Premier’s Department and Government House Sydney.
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 Current 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
[email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be temporarily activated for opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.
Target role: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.
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