Senior Associate, Secretariat and Coordination

Premier's Department

Senior Associate, Secretariat and Coordination

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Lead strategic coordination and governance to accelerate major investment projects across NSW
• Work at the heart of NSW government in an exciting, newly established team of driven professionals
• Full-time temporary, Clerk Grade 9/10 role until 30 June 2026, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD.

Join a dynamic team establishing the Investment Delivery Authority (IDA)which will facilitate major projects ($1.bn plus) from the private sector and identify reforms to boost competition and productivity in NSW.

About the Role

The Premier's Department is seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate, Secretariat and Coordination to join the Investment Delivery Authority (IDA) - a newly established entity supporting major private sector projects valued at over $1 billion and driving system-wide reforms to enhance competition and productivity in NSW.

As our Senior Associate, Secretariat and Coordination, you'll play a pivotal role providing strategic project, governance, operational and secretariat support for the IDA. In this role you'll manage and coordinate high-impact projects, provide high-quality advice and analysis to senior executives and government decision-makers, and ensure robust governance and operational frameworks are in place. The Senior Associate will need to be highly organised and have a high attention to detail.

Working within the Secretariat and Coordination team in the Investment Delivery Authority within Investment NSW, you'll collaborate closely with key stakeholders across government and industry to address barriers to investment and support a whole-of-government approach to economic growth. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of government on complex, high-profile initiatives that shape NSW's investment landscape.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Strategic Leadership: Proven experience leading complex projects and providing strategic advice in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment
• Policy and Governance Expertise: Strong understanding of government operations, governance frameworks, and the machinery of government
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to critically analyse complex and politically sensitive issues to develop evidence-based recommendations
• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building trusted relationships and influencing senior stakeholders across government and industry
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, with experience preparing high-level briefs, submissions and correspondence
• Adaptability: Confidence in managing competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and a focus on quality outcomes.

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

Click '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 essential requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Tuesday, 25 November :59 AM)

Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 - $142,665) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Lauren Hannan, Associate Director, Secretariat and Coordination on

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.

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.