Project Officer

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Support and engage a wide range of stakeholders on reforms and initiatives
• Temporary full time until July 2026 – possible extension + creation of talent pool
• Parramatta/and other NSW locations considered with flexible working supported
• Clerk Grade 7/8 offering salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

The role

This role is about developing and maintaining professional and collaborative relationships and bringing people together to problem solve and drive positive outcomes, supporting successful engagement approaches, managing risk and providing strategic advice on complex or sensitive issues.

You will support productive relationships with industry, councils, advocacy groups and other stakeholders. The role provides advice and insights on complex issues and policy and programs. The role will provide coordination and program management support across projects and teams and provide support to team members on key project work.

Our Project Officer Engagement and Concierge will confidently and competently analyse stakeholder positions on emerging policy issues, capture and report on insights gained to anticipate emerging challenges for policy implementation, contribute to the preparation of engagement strategies, issue management documents and advice and undertake associated stakeholder engagement activities and organise and help run stakeholder meetings, webinars, forums and working groups including creating agendas, presentations and stakeholder material and key messaging.

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer Engagement and Concierge

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 8 October :55PM).

Should you require further information about the role please contact Pip Rainey, email

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.