- Temporary part time (2 days per week) until December 2027
- Location: All DPIRD office locations within NSW considered
- Salary from $133,348 plus super and leave loading (pro rata)
- Create impact in your industry, using your specialist skills and experience
About the Role
As a Senior Programs and Partnerships Officer – Natural Capital Services, you will lead the collaborative design and delivery of natural capital services that support land managers to:
- Understand and manage their natural capital
- Demonstrate sustainable land management practices
- Make informed decisions about environmental markets and emerging opportunities
You will coordinate the delivery of a range of natural capital services across Local Land Services, working closely with regional delivery teams and other specialist staff to ensure services are practical, effective and responsive to landholder needs.
This role requires strong program planning, project management and stakeholder engagement skills, along with an understanding of natural capital concepts and their application in agricultural and environmental landscapes.
About You
What you need to do this role:
- Demonstrated experience in project management, service design and program delivery.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain collaborative stakeholder relationships and facilitate consultation across diverse groups.
- Understanding of the needs and issues facing land managers in achieving productive and sustainable land use outcomes.
- Knowledge of natural capital and related concepts, including environmental markets and ecosystem services.
- Tertiary qualifications in environmental management, agriculture, environmental economics, policy, program management, or a related discipline, highly desirable.
Essential Requirements
- Current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel across regional NSW as required.
Applying for the Role
Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
Applications close: Thursday 23rd July 2026 @ 11.55pm
Want to know more? Just contact Dean Johnson, Principal Program Manager, via
[email protected] or 0456 367 683. You can also view the role description.
Recruitment Adjustments
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to
[email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
About Us: Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Additional Information
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
