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Assistant Policy & Projects Officer

Are you a recent Finance graduate or someone with a strong analytical mindset looking to tackle complex and meaningful work? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team working at the intersection of finance, energy markets, and public policy.

You'll be part of a collaborative environment that is focused on understanding the intricacies of the National Energy Market—a space where no two days are the same and the learning curve is steep but rewarding.

• Employment Type: Ongoing
• Location: Parramatta Head office; flexible working available
• Hours: Full-Time – 35 hours per week
• Classification: Clerk Grade 5/6 – salary relative to experience, and ranges from $97,027 - $107,059 plus super
• Benefits: Salary packaging and fitness passport available

• Applications close: 11:55pm on Wednesday 6th August 2025

About the Role

The Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap is a strategic priority of NSW Government. The Energy Infrastructure division is recruiting an Assistant Policy & Projects Officer to support strategic policy advice to deliver critical projects on NSW reforms in response to wholesale electricity market settings and their impact on market participants.

This is not a straightforward support role—it’s an opportunity for someone who is eager to challenge themselves, absorb new and complex financial concepts, and make a tangible contribution to a team driving important policy outcomes. You’ll be involved in analysing policy and legislative changes, supporting new policy development and helping to shape deliverables that have real-world impact. Day to day, you’ll be analysing complex papers, researching market concepts to fill knowledge gaps, and contributing to team discussions on topics such as contract markets, and governance models. You’ll review and draft documents, liaise with stakeholders, take notes at stakeholder meetings, and provide general team support including administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings and procurement.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually curious environment and want to build expertise in energy markets and regulatory frameworks, we want to hear from you.

About the Team

Within DCCEEW, Energy, Climate Change & Sustainability is the policy maker for energy reliability and affordability, climate change, and emissions reduction. The energy transition is already well underway in NSW. We already have enough projects to get us more than halfway to our 2030 renewable energy generation goal. Our challenge is to ensure an integrated, fair and enduring impact on the current and future residents of NSW.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is not only curious and driven to learn, but also organised, proactive, and able to manage their time effectively across competing priorities. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of project management principles and enjoy working in an agile, deadline-driven environment. You’ll be someone who thrives on solving complex problems, communicates clearly, and can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

If you're looking to apply your skills in a dynamic policy and market context—and grow in a role that offers both depth and challenge—this could be the perfect next step.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Policy & Project Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

Submit your application, including resume and cover letter expressing your interest and explaining why you are a good fit for the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Applications close on Wednesday 6th August 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the roles please contact Nikki Nicholson for a confidential discussion via [email protected]

Talent Pool

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool represents a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment within the Department, candidates must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia. If the advertisement relates to a temporary role, we may consider a temporary visa with unrestricted working rights and validity covering the duration of the temporary engagement

Our Commitment to Diversity and Flexibility

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Cassie Dryburgh on 0439 207 553 - please mention reference number 544154.

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