Company description:

Department of Communities and Justice

Job description:

Senior Project Analyst

• Parramatta CBD
• Temporary Full Time for 12 months with the possibility of extension
• Clerk Grade 9/10 - $125,693- $138,510 p.a. + Superannuation & Leave Loading
• Diverse and inclusive organisation with generous leave entitlements including flex leave and access to Fitness Passport

Your role

We're looking for a Senior Project Analyst to join Homes NSW and help shape the future of housing across NSW.

In this role, you'll lead research and analysis of projects that drive better housing outcomes. Your work will impact how NSW delivers affordable housing and how housing enables the delivery of critical government services to support vulnerable communities.

You'll be part of a collaborative and strategic team that's passionate about making a difference - working to ensure that everyone in NSW has access to safe, secure and sustainable housing.

What you'll do

• Undertake and lead specialist analysis, research and evaluation projects, to assess the impact of policy proposals, delivery models and program and service design and delivery initiatives.
• Identify and analyse options and recommend solutions to support the development of projects and delivery models across Homes NSW; monitor, evaluate and analyse and provide advice to inform decision making,
• Design tools and implement processes to identify, analyse and facilitate centralised oversight of cross-government data, and processes aligned with whole of government policy, strategy and operating models.
• Develop and implement strategies to monitor cross government activities and capture funding and operational performance data to ensure a well governed, well managed and sustainable housing programs that meet the housing needs of tenants and government
• Provide evidence-based advice and reports to the business unit manager, Director and Executive Director to inform current programs and future strategy.
• Research and prepare advice in the form of briefs, policy and discussion papers in response to Ministerial, Cabinet or Agency requests.
• Collaborate with DCJ Divisions and external stakeholders to ensure effective alignment between program development, policy and service delivery.

What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience
• A highly organised individual with the ability to manage competing priorities within tight timeframes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships across teams and stakeholders.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply - you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

· A challenging and rewarding career

· Flexible, autonomous work environment

· Competitive pay and conditions

· Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

· Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:

· Describe your experience in analysis, research or evaluation of housing related projects, initiatives or delivery models

· Outline your understanding of the barriers moderate income workers may face in finding suitable housing

Applications close at Wednesday 4th June 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Graham Batten via [email protected]

If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Stephanie Hughes on 02 8688 0027or via [email protected]

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.

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

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