Premier's Department

Project Officer, Community Engagement

You. At the centre of big ideas.

Are you passionate about collaborating with diverse stakeholders and driving impactful projects to success?

• You'll be working in genuine partnership with Aboriginal communities to deliver meaningful change
• Clerk Grade 7/8, $113,574 - $125,720 + 12% Superannuation
• Ongoing role, based in Mascot NSW

About the team
The Aboriginal Languages Trust is a growing agency committed to promoting, nurturing and growing Aboriginal languages across NSW. We work in genuine partnership with Aboriginal communities, the Trust Board and government to deliver long-term, strategic outcomes in language revitalisation. As part of the Community Engagement team, you'll join a dedicated group of Aboriginal professionals working across NSW to strengthen relationships, support cultural expression, and amplify the voices of communities in shaping our programs.

About the Role
The Project Officer works as part of a team to support and deliver projects that progress the establishment and ongoing functions of the Aboriginal Languages Trust. The Project Officer will build and maintain relationships with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders across New South Wales. The role includes project management, community engagement program planning, event management, monitoring and reporting, and consultation and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The Trust team work closely with the Aboriginal Languages Trust Board (the Trust Board), other government and community stakeholders.

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

A bit about you

• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building strong relationships and managing stakeholder interests, especially when working with Aboriginal communities
• Consultation & Communication: Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with and understand issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
• Project Management: You have demonstrated experience in project management and support services, including report and brief preparation, resource coordination, and project plan implementation and monitoring
• Think and Solve Problems: Build knowledge and understanding of the range of local, regional and state Aboriginal languages activities to facilitate the development of best-practice resources to support communities on their language learning journey.

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: Monday 4 August 2025, (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary $113,574 - $125,720 plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Jazlie Davis, Manager Policy and Research, [email protected]

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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.

This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role.

Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community