Exciting opportunity to join the Program Performance and Compliance team within the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Clerk Grade 9/10 role with a salary range of $129,464 - $142,665 per annum plus superannuation

12-month temporary opportunity based in Orange or Sydney NSW with flexible working arrangements within business operational needs available

About the role

The role coordinates the development and delivery of advice, capability building, and resources to manage the collection and reporting of performance information to aid program managers and the Department to meet external non-financial performance obligations, including reporting to Treasury.

This includes developing and implementing program design, monitoring and reporting activities. It involves coordination and stakeholder engagement, and interpreting and applying NSW Government legislation, policy and guidance.

For enquiries relating to the role please contact David Buckland, Program Performance via [email protected]

About You
The ideal candidate should have the following:

Experience navigating government processes and the ability to achieve outcomes in complex, politically and commercially sensitive environment.

Experience in relevant program support areas, which may include program design, performance and evaluation, and corporate reporting.

Experience managing complex projects and working with stakeholders to achieve mutual outcomes.

Demonstrated ability to communicate, both in writing and verbally, to a diverse range of stakeholders.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.

How to apply

Your application must include a one-page cover letter and an up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role.

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025 [10.00AM]

Recruitment Contact: Amanda Paterson, Talent Acquisition Partner: [email protected]

Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

Create social and economic opportunities for the state

Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies

Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture

Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all

Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development

Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces

Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment

Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.

We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.