Company description:

Department of Communities and Justice

Job description:

Policy and Projects Officer

Office of the Women's Safety Commissioner

Location: Parramatta
Employment Type: Ongoing - Full Time
Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8- $ $ 113,574.00 - $ 125,720.00 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Make an Impact - Support Women's Safety Across NSW.

The Office of the Women's Safety Commissioner (OWSC) is looking for a motivated and capable Policy and Projects Officer to join our Policy & Programs team.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to whole-of-government reforms that improve women's safety and wellbeing, aligned with the NSW Domestic and Family Violence Plan, the NSW Sexual Violence Plan, and the Women's Safety Commissioner's Strategic Plan.

What you'll do

In this role, you will coordinate and contribute to policy initiatives and projects that directly support the Women's Safety Commissioner's priorities. Your work will involve:

• Undertaking research and analysis on issues relating to women's safety.
• Communicating complex policy information in accessible ways, including speeches, reports, briefs and presentations.
• Providing project management support, from scoping through to delivery and evaluation.
• Facilitating stakeholder engagement across OWSC, DCJ, and whole-of-government to ensure collaborative outcomes.
• Balancing proactive project-based work with fast-paced, reactive policy priorities.

Download the role description.

What we're looking for

We want to hear from people who can bring:

• Strong writing skills with the ability to tailor policy content for different audiences.
• Experience with project management processes including planning, implementation and monitoring.
• Flexibility and prioritisation skills to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of current and emerging issues in women's safety (policy experience in this field highly regarded).

We welcome people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity. If the role feels right for you, please apply—even if you don't meet every requirement.

Why work with us?

• Meaningful work that supports safer communities and advances women's safety.
• A collaborative, small and supportive team where your input is valued.
• Access to professional development and career growth opportunities within DCJ.
• Flexible working arrangements and an inclusive workplace.

At DCJ, we do work that really matters. Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Applications close 30/09/2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For role-specific questions, contact:
Archana Voola | [email protected] | 0417559849

For application support or recruitment adjustments:
Nastassja Le Claire | [email protected] | 0460 961 902

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, women, carers, and LGBTQIA+ communities. To find out more, 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.

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

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