Premier’s Department
Senior Project Officer
You. At the centre of big ideas.
About the Role
The Senior Project Officer leads and delivers policy and program initiatives that support NSW Government commitments under Closing the Gap. You will manage complex projects, provide strategic advice, and work across agencies and stakeholders to drive outcomes that support Aboriginal communities.
You will join our Closing the Gap team within the Reform and Innovation Branch in Aboriginal Affairs NSW, Premier’s Department. The team leads whole-of-government reform and partnerships with Aboriginal stakeholders to deliver long-term social, cultural, and economic outcomes.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We’re Looking For
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Strong ability to engage, consult and negotiate with government, community and external stakeholders, and provide clear, high-quality advice.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
Closing date: Monday 29 June 2026 (9:59AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10 base salary ($129,464 - $142,66, plus super and leave loading
Hiring Manager: Lejla Letic, Principal Project Officer [email protected]
About the Premier's 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. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department.
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.
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 pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.
Talent Pool: A talent pool may 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.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role, and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.
