Assistant Grants Assessment Officer

3 weeks ago


Parramatta Park, Queensland, Australia NSW Reconstruction Authority Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Assistant Grants Assessment Officer role at NSW Reconstruction Authority.

  • Support recovery funding that makes a real difference—help deliver targeted grants to communities across NSW.
  • Full time, temporary role up to June 2026 within the Community Recovery Programs Branch.
  • Role based in Parramatta/Sydney or Lismore (other locations negotiable), with flexible/hybrid working environment.
  • Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $99,938 - $110,271 per annum + superannuation.
About The Role

As an Assistant Grants Assessment Officer, you will provide essential project and administrative support to ensure the effective delivery of recovery program funding. Working within the Recovery Programs Branch, you will help manage grants in line with NSW policies and standards, contributing to meaningful outcomes for disaster-affected communities.

Your responsibilities will include assessing grant application, processing grant payments compiling and analysing data, and preparing reports and briefings on program performance.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and committed to supporting fair, efficient, and impactful grants administration. You will also have:

  • Knowledge of NSW grants legislation and guidelines, including the NSW Grants Administration Guide and Public Finance and Audit Act
  • Experience in administrative support for grants or community programs
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and report on data
  • Effective written communication skills for preparing reports, presentations, and briefings
Essential Requirements
  • Tertiary qualification and/or relevant knowledge and experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Grants Assessment Officer

If you are unable to access the Role Description, please contact talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.

About The Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority (the RA) 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.

Applications close Monday 8 September 2025 at 11:59pm

For further information, please contact Maddie Sirris, Team Leader, Assessments and Appeals via Maddie.Sirris@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.

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. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0461 373 819 and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.

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