Senior Associate, Capability Development Specialist

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Associate, Capability Development Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your expertise in capability development, service delivery reforms, and projects to our organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support capability development in the emergency management sector by providing expert advice and guidance to stakeholders.
  • Inform policy directions by conducting research and analysis on emerging issues and trends.
  • Conduct cross-government stakeholder management by building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Facilitate service delivery reforms or major initiatives by providing strategic guidance and support.
  • Provide well-researched and sound options by identifying emerging issues on which the organization can rely for effective decision making or delivery.
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional who is passionate about making a difference in the communities of NSW. If you have a strong background in capability development, service delivery reforms, and projects, and are eager to take on a challenging role, we encourage you to apply.

Key qualifications and experience include:

  • Experience in developing and implementing service delivery reforms, strategic initiatives, or interagency projects with a focus on capability development.
  • Appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent, relevant professional experience, and training.
  • Experience in leading and project managing complex, cross-agency projects.
  • Solutions-focussed, work well under pressure, and can proactively manage competing demands and changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and engage senior decision-makers with confidence.
  • Experience in undertaking all aspects of the policy process – research, development, implementation, review, and evaluation.
About Us

We are a leading organization in the NSW Public Service, dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are proud of our diverse and ambitious team, and we believe that we can accomplish great things when people bring their whole selves to work.

We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development, including:

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching.
  • Flex leave.
  • Great learning and development opportunities and professional networks.
  • Employee support services.
  • Fitness and well-being programs.
  • Staff-led networks, including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, DPC Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.


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