Department: Regional Coordination & Engagement (40000033)
Department/Agency:Location:
Newcastle, NSW, AU, 2302
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Req ID: 82894
Help strengthen community resilience by supporting disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts across New South Wales.
Ongoing, full-time opportunity with the Regional Coordination Northern Branch.
Role based in Newcastle with flexible work options and hybrid arrangements available.
Clerk Grade 5/6, salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,936 - $113,579 + super.
About the role
Join a dedicated team working to support communities before, during and after disaster events. As an Assistant Coordination Officer, you will collaborate with local councils, Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) and partner agencies to assist with planning, stakeholder engagement, coordination and administrative activities that enhance disaster resilience and recovery outcomes across New South Wales.
As the Assistant Coordination Officer, you will:
Support the delivery of disaster preparedness and recovery activities by assisting with information sharing, resource coordination and community engagement initiatives.
Assist with agency representation during disaster recovery operations, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with local councils, community organisations, government agencies and other partners to support disaster management outcomes.
Contribute to disaster recovery planning and coordination activities across assigned local government areas.
Provide administrative and business support services, including records management, financial administration, reporting, committee coordination and the preparation of correspondence and meeting documentation.
Work collaboratively with team members to share information, support continuous improvement and contribute to disaster preparedness and recovery activities across the region.
About You
You are a proactive and community focused professional with strong organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You thrive in dynamic environments, can manage competing priorities effectively, and are passionate about supporting communities before, during and after disaster events. Your ability to build trusted relationships, coordinate activities and work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders will be key to your success in this role.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience in disaster management, emergency management, community engagement, community development or a related field.
An understanding of emergency management arrangements and disaster recovery processes within New South Wales,
Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including government agencies, local councils and community organisations.
Demonstrated organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience working collaboratively with regional, rural or diverse communities to support positive outcomes.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, correspondence and meeting documentation.
A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational environments.
An ability and willingness to travel within NSW supporting operational roles following disasters.
Current unrestricted NSW drivers’ licence
Essential requirements:
Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Coordination Officer. If you cannot access a copy of the Role Description, please contact
[email protected].
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier’s Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role, detailing your relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
Applications close 11:59pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Lauren Aiken, A/Manager Regional Coordination Hunter Central Coast via
[email protected] or call 0499 846 271.
Our Commitment
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.
Looking for more information or assistance with applying?
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via
[email protected] or 0461 373 819 and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.
Recruitment Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months.
