Premier's Department

Project Officer, Events

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Are you experienced in coordinating large-scale events and managing operations? Do you thrive on building relationships
  and engaging with stakeholders? If so, we want to hear from you!
• Join our Project Officer, Events Talent Pool for temporary and ongoing positions at Clerk Grade 7/8.
• Based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD, with flexible working arrangements available.

About the role:

Focusing on government coordination activities of major events, the Project Officer, Events role provides senior level project support ensuring seamless collaboration between government agencies and event organisers to deliver safe, successful, and high-quality events. You will coordinate cross-government meetings and provide secretariat support to foster an integrated approach to event delivery.

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.

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

You. Our ideal candidate.

• You're experienced in contributing to the success of major events and operations centres, understanding the complexities involved in their execution.
• You're experienced in project and issue management, particularly in environments that involve a whole-of-government approach.
• You have a proven track record of managing high-priority projects, consistently delivering quality outcomes even when facing tight deadlines.
• You're adaptable, thriving in high-volume work environments where competing priorities and unpredictable changes are the norm.
• You understand the importance of clear communication and consultation, effectively engaging with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders with diverse needs and viewpoints.
• You possess excellent administrative skills, with a keen eye for detail that ensures precision in your work.
• You recognise the value of teamwork and collaboration.

About the 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.

We connect to deliver at the heart of government.

Imagine your career at the Premier's Department and learn more about the department.

Your career, your way.

We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.

At the Premier's Department, you get access to:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
• Flex leave
• Great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
• Employee support services
• Fitness and well-being programs
• Staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the 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 essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role and answer to the below targeted question (maximum 2 pages)

1. Describe your experience in planning for, and managing large-scale public events, and operational centres.

Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 - $125,720) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Closing Date: Friday, 26 September 2025 (9:59am)

Learn more: For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Kate Searle, Senior Event Project Officer on [email protected]

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 will 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

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.