Ministerial Liaison Officer

**_Be part of something bigger and make a difference for NSW_**
- Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies across our State._
- **Make an impact as a Ministerial Liaison Officer, Ministerial Services Branch - Water**:

- **Temporary full-time role up to two years, with the possibility for extension or conversion to ongoing**:

- **Located in Parramatta - Flexible working options are available**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges start from $110,266 to $122,058 + super and leave loading**

**About the role**

The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water’s (DCCEEW) Ministerial Services Branch (MSB) is seeking a Ministerial Liaison Officer in the Water team.

Ministerial Liaison Officers work closely with their team and departmental colleagues to manage and coordinate a constant workflow to deliver high quality and timely briefings and correspondence to Ministers and the DCCEEW executives.

Working in MSB provides a broad overview of public policy development, government decision making processes and opportunities to be involved in the many high-profile initiatives DCCEEW undertakes to deliver the best outcomes for NSW. It also offers a wide variety of career development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and positive person to join a dedicated and high performing team.

**About you**

As a Ministerial Liaison Officer, you will be working in a high-volume environment with competing demands and tight deadlines, so strong organisational skills will be crucial to your success.

You will have excellent communication skills. You will need to use diplomacy, astute judgement and strong research and analytical skills in evaluating and providing advice on potentially sensitive issues.

Nurturing and sustaining excellent relationships and working collaboratively with team members and colleagues across DCCEEW Water, MSB, DCCEEW and the Water Department Liaison Officer based in the office of the Minister for Water, as well as other stakeholders across Government, is essential in delivering the results that will be expected of you.

**Key knowledge and experience**
- Experience in providing high level advice on complex/sensitive/controversial issues to senior management or ministerial level.

For more information read the full Role Description: Ministerial Liaison Officer

**Who we are**

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW National Park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

**To Apply**

**Applications close Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11:55 PM**
- A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months._

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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