Premier's Department

Project Officer & Senior Project Officer, Digital Songlines (Targeted)

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• We're seeking skilled professionals to lead communications on government initiatives and collaborate with Aboriginal communities to drive meaningful change
• Join us to deliver the Digital Songlines project, empowering truth-telling and amplifying the voices, experiences, and history of Aboriginal people in NSW
• We have 2x Project Officer and 1x Senior Project Officer role opportunities available, temporary up to 12 months, based in Mascot

About the Roles

The Senior Project Officer and Project Officers will play a key role in delivering the Digital Songlines Project. This initiative aligns with the Unfinished Business commitments and priorities set by Stolen Generations survivors and Aboriginal communities, supporting truth-telling and amplifying the voices, experiences, and history of Aboriginal people in NSW.

The Digital Songlines Project will improve access to 100 years of sensitive archival records created by successive NSW government agencies, including the Aborigines Protection Board, the Aborigines Welfare Board, and the Aboriginal Services Branch. The team will also develop processes and policies to enable Aboriginal people to correct and respond to records about themselves and their communities.

Project Officer - You will be responsible for reviewing and updating information about archival records within a newly developed platform. Your work will contribute to broader project activities, ensuring accuracy and accessibility while providing high-quality advice to support the delivery of the Digital Songlines Project.

To learn more about the Project Officer role please review the Role Description.

Senior Project Officer - You will lead and manage projects, oversee key deliverables, and provide expert advice to stakeholders. Your role will involve collaborating with Government, Non-Government, and Community Organisations to support the successful implementation of the Digital Songlines Project.

To learn more about the Senior Project Officer role, please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Cultural Sensitivity & Communication: Engage respectfully with records related to the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW
• Project Delivery: Manage multiple priorities, providing high-quality project support while meeting tight deadlines
• Teamwork & Independence: Work both collaboratively and autonomously, ensuring confidentiality and integrity when handling personal histories and information
• Planning & Coordination: Develop project plans, coordinate resources, manage budgets, and meet reporting requirements
• Problem-Solving: Apply critical thinking to navigate challenges and improve project processes
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support project success
• Travel Requirement: Hold a current driver's license and be willing to undertake regional travel
• The Senior Project Offer specifically must demonstrate knowledge of legislation and policies relevant to information management, including the State Records Act 1988, Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1988 and the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing the below two targeted questions (maximum 2 pages)

Project Officer

1. Describe a recent problem you have faced and walk us through the steps you took to solve it. What alternatives did you consider?
2. Describe a time when you have been asked for ideas in solving work issues in which you did not have much knowledge or experience? What did you do and what was the outcome?

Senior Project Officer

1. Tell us about a time when you influenced the outcome of a project by taking a leadership role.
2. What barriers or challenges have you run into on a project? What did you do about them? What was the outcome?

Salary:

Project Officer - Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Senior Project Officer - Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($125,693 - $138,510) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Closing date: Thursday, 17 April 2025 (09:59AM)

Hiring Manager: Lisa Madden at [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 and a career at Premier's Department.

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 New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

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.

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 contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.