NSW Architects Registration Board – Sydney CBD NSW

As Program Officer, you will administer regulatory programs and skilled examinations for architects; and develop and maintain education and information resources that support the operation of the Architects Act 2003.

Key responsibilities

- Administer the Architectural Practice Examination (APE) pathway to registration as an architect
- Administer the Experienced Practitioner Assessment (EPA) pathway to registration as an architect
- Develop, implement and maintain innovative, relevant and accessible education programs and information resources for architects and consumers
- Assist the Deputy Registrar to manage records and databases associated with the NSW Register of Architects and NSW List of Architect Corporations and Firms, in compliance with NSW ARB administrative systems, processes and policies to ensure that all information is accurate, stored correctly and accessible
- Build and maintain relationships with architects and key stakeholders
- Assist with general administrative duties and with responding to and resolving enquiries on NSW ARB functions, ensuring that accurate information is provided, and issues are resolved in a timely and effective manner.

You should have the following ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE (and address these in your cover letter):

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Experience in government administration and/or consumer protection environments

Experience in administering regulatory programs and professional examinations





Experience in developing, implementing and maintaining innovative, relevant and accessible education programs and information resources

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong ability to tailor writing styles to engage a range of different audiences

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Strong research and analysis skills

Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage time

High level of attention to detail

Awareness / understanding of the regulatory context for architects in NSW.

Salary is $102,936 (Clerk, Grade 5) to $113,579 (Clerk, Grade 6) depending on experience, plus 12% Superannuation.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 6 December 2026.

ABOUT THE NSW ARCHITECTS REGISTRATION BOARD

The NSW ARB administers the Architects Act 2003, the legislation regulating architects in NSW. Its role is to

Protect consumers of architectural services by ensuring that architects provide services to the public in a professional and competent manner

Discipline architects who have acted unprofessionally or incompetently

Accredit architectural qualifications for the purpose of registration

Inform the public about the qualifications and competence of individuals or organisations holding themselves out as architects, and

Promote a better understanding of architectural issues in the community.

For more information visit: www.architects.nsw.gov.au.

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📌 Program Officer (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Architects Registration Board
📍 Sydney