Premier's Department

Talent Pool - Policy Officer roles (Various Grades) - Reform and Innovation (Targeted & Identified) (req42645)

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Join our Policy Officer Talent Pool (Targeted & Identified) for temporary opportunities (6 months to 2 years) at Clerk Grades 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12
• Step into meaningful policy work where your insights can influence real change for Aboriginal communities across NSW
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!
• Based at Mascot, with the potential to negotiate location

If you are successful in gaining a place in the talent pool, you will be eligible to be considered for immediate opportunities, and multiple job opportunities across NSW Government over the next 18 months. While roles are based in Mascot, we are open to considering regionally based candidates.

About the Branch
You will join Reform and Innovation branch in the Aboriginal Affairs NSW group.

Reform and Innovation works in genuine partnership with Aboriginal peoples and communities to shape policies and reforms that reflect their needs and aspirations. The branch plays a key role in delivering the NSW Government's commitments under Closing the Gap and advancing Aboriginal land and cultural heritage reform.

The branch includes two key areas:

• Closing the Gap (CTG): Leads coordination and governance in partnership with the NSW Coalition of Aboriginal Peak Organisations, driving whole-of-government reforms to improve outcomes for Aboriginal people across NSW.
• Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and Land Strategy (ACH&LS): Delivers land justice initiatives and leads key reforms including Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Reforms and administration of the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983, while supporting self-determination and strategic land outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Descriptions:

Clerk 7/8 - Policy Officer

Clerk 9/10 - Senior Policy Officer

Clerk 11/12 - Principal Policy Officer

Information session
Want to learn more about these exciting opportunities? Join us for an online information session on Tuesday, 10 June 2025, from 2:00pm - 2:45pm. Click here to join the Microsoft Teams session.

We're Looking For

• Delivering Results: You provide sound policy advice and recommendations on a range of complex, whole-of-government issues impacting Aboriginal people
  
  
• Think and Solve Problems: You're able undertake research, analysis and review of complex policy issues
  
  
• Communication Skills: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, briefs, and correspondence
  
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: You're adept at building strong relationships and ensuring that stakeholder interests are managed positively and professionally
  
  
• Commitment to Customer Service: You communicate sensitively and effectively with, and understand issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  
  
• Requirements: You hold a current Driver's License and are willing to travel around NSW as required

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:

• What motivated you to apply for this opportunity, and how does your experience align with the role? (Max. 400 words)
• Describe your understanding of issues impacting Aboriginal communities. How would you approach communicating policy changes in a way that is clear, culturally appropriate, and respectful? (Max. 400 words)

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter (maximum two pages) including your response to the two targeted questions:

Please note, applications will not be considered unless all required documents are attached.

Closing date: Thursday, 26 June 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Packages include a base salary plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

• Classification Grade 7/8 base salary: $110,266 - $122,058
• Classification Grade 9/10 base salary: $125,693 - $138,510
• Classification Grade 11/12 base salary: $145,378 - $168,130

For enquiries, please contact: Barbara Mackay, Project Officer, [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.

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.