Policy Officers

**Premier’s Department**

**Policy Officers (Identified)**

**You. At the centre of big ideas.**
- Two Policy Officer opportunities within Aboriginal Languages Trust
- 1 x Policy and Research Officer, Temporary until August 2027 with the potential to extend or convert to Ongoing
- 1 x Policy Officer, Closing the Gap, Temporary until June 2028, with the potential to extend or convert to Ongoing
- Clerk Grade 7/8, starting salary of $113,574 - $125,720 + 12% Superannuation

**About the roles**

To learn more about the **Policy and Research Officer** view the **Role Description.**

The **Policy Officer, Closing the Gap** plays a key role in advancing NSW Government commitments under Closing the Gap by contributing to the development, implementation and delivery of a range of projects, policy initiatives and reforms that support NSW Government’s commitments to Target 16 of Closing the Gap. The role works within a small project team to develop, deliver, monitor, report and evaluate a portfolio of strategic and governance projects.

To learn more about the **Policy Officer, Closing the Gap** view the **Role Description**.**

**About the team**
You will join the Aboriginal Languages Trust branch in the Premiers Department. The Aboriginal Languages Trust is an agency committed to promoting, nurturing and growing Aboriginal languages across NSW. We work in genuine partnership with Aboriginal communities, the Trust Board and government to deliver long-term, strategic outcomes in language revitalisation.

**We're Looking For**
- ** Strategic policy development and advisory expertise** Experience providing clear, actionable policy advice to stakeholders, supporting government initiatives and strategic commitments.
- ** Stakeholder engagement and relationship management** Proven ability to consult and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to co-design policy solutions and ensure inclusive, community-led approaches.
- ** Project and program management capabilities** Skilled in managing projects from planning to evaluation, including milestone tracking, brief preparation, and coordination of research and governance activities.
- ** High-level written communication** Competence in preparing reports, briefs, and committee papers that meet quality standards and effectively communicate policy positions.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

**Why Join Us?**
- ** Flexible Working**: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
- ** Career Development**: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
- ** Work-Life Balance**: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
- ** Wellbeing Support**: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
- ** Inclusive Culture**: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

**How to Apply**
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- A cover letter addressing your policy experience and how these skills could contribute to Aboriginal Languages Trust (maximum 2 pages)

**Closing date**: Monday 13 October 2025 (9:59 AM)

**Salary**: Classification Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 -$125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

**Hiring Managers**:
**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.

**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.

**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