Premier's Department

Assistant Project Officer

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Support real outcomes on the ground by working directly with community and helping shape locally driven initiatives across the Murdi Paaki region
• Build your skills and career in a flexible, supportive environment with opportunities to grow into more senior roles over time
• Temporary full-time role, up to 6 months (with the potential for extension), based at Bourke or Broken Hill
• Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($97,027 - $107,059) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Work at the heart of community-supporting local projects, building relationships, and helping drive operational outcomes across the Murdi Paaki region

About the Role

You will join our Murdi Paaki Regional team within the Community Partnerships branch in the Aboriginal Affairs NSW group.

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with community, help rebuild relationships and support local initiatives that reflect the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal people. As the Assistant Project Officer, you will be working closely with community members, attending meetings, and initiating projects that respond to regional priorities.

On a day-to-day basis, you'll assist with grant-related activities including assessments, variations, acquittals, and follow-ups, while also helping to deliver community-led projects and supporting key partnerships. This is a role for someone who is self-motivated, community-focused, and passionate about making a positive impact on the ground.

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

We're Looking For

• Stakeholder Engagement: You're able to build and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management
• Communication Skills: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely, and communicate confidently, in a culturally sensitively and articulately manner
• Project Management: You have demonstrated experience in supporting or managing projects, including drafting reports and briefs, coordinating resources, and tracking progress
• Technical Skills: You're proficient in electronic document management systems, databases, spreadsheets, and electronic communication applications, including MS Office software
• Adaptable: You bring a flexible approach to work, with a willingness to learn, adapt, and grow into more senior roles through ongoing development and upskilling

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 how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Tuesday, 10 June 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($97,027 - $107,059) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Chloe Bennett, Murdi Paaki Regional Manager, [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

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.