Associate Director Industry Development

Premier's Department

Associate Director, Industry Development

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity, Clerk Grade 11/12 based in Martin Place Sydney
• Join the Investment NSW Group, Industry and Development Branch
• Lead initiatives that spark industry innovation, strengthen supply chains, and boost NSW's economic growth

About the RoleThe Associate Director, Industry Development leads the coordination and delivery of initiatives that drive innovation, strengthen collaboration, and build resilient industry sectors across NSW. This role is pivotal in supporting economic growth and competitiveness by fostering strategic partnerships, managing funding programs, and ensuring robust governance from inception to completion. To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Program Delivery: Ability to lead end-to-end program implementation with strong governance, risk, and performance frameworks.
• Funding Management: Expertise in administering and allocating funding for industry bodies and peak committees.
• Strategic Partnerships: Proven capability to build alliances across industry, government, and peak associations, experience aligned with the NSW Industry Policy would be highly desirable.
• Communication Excellence: Develop clear, compelling reports, submissions, and ministerial briefs for diverse audiences.

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 ApplyClick 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Friday, 28 November, (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($149,739-$173,174) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Anne McCotter, Associate Director Business and Skilled Migration,

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 CommitmentWe 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.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at , or reaching out to the hiring manager.

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.