Project Officer, Governance

**Premier’s Department**

**Project Officer, Governance (Identified) (req38658)**

**You. At the centre of big ideas.**
- We’re looking for experienced professionals to bring their expertise in project management to our remarkable team
- You’ll be supporting the implementation of governance practices to uphold the Trust's objectives and ensure effective board and corporate operations
- Temporary Clerk Grade 7/8 role up to 31 August 2025
- Based in Martin Place with flexible work arrangements available
- Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 31 August 2025._

**About the Role**

The Project Officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation of governance practices that align with the Trust's objectives and uphold its commitment to excellence. By supporting the Trust Board's operations, you will contribute to maintaining high standards of governance and driving meaningful outcomes across the Aboriginal Languages Trust team.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

**About the Team**

The NSW Aboriginal Languages Trust is a statutory body established under the NSW Aboriginal Languages Act 2017 to provide a focused, coordinated, and sustained effort in relation to Aboriginal languages activities at local, regional and State levels. The functions of the Trust include the promoting and identifying priorities for language activity; managing the funding of, and investment in language activity; promoting education and employment opportunities in language activities; and, promoting the wider use and appreciation of Aboriginal languages.

**A bit about you**
- You have a relevant tertiary qualification, in project management or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- You have strong knowledge of corporate governance principles and frameworks, especially for boards and public sector organisations
- You have excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
- You have a current Driver’s License and willingness to travel

**This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.** Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community

**Why work for 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.
- We connect to deliver at the heart of government._

Imagine your **career at the Premier’s Department** and learn more **about the department**.

We endeavour to make all our roles flexible and encourage conversations on flexibility on an “if not, why not” basis, including work location. While this role is advertised as full-time, we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly.

**Salary**: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

**How to apply**
- an up-to-date resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

The selection process may include a range of assessment techniques to assist hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role.

**Learn more**

**Our commitment**

The Cabinet Office 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.

**Closing date: Thursday, 23 January 2025 (9:59 AM)