Program Officer x2

• Support disaster recovery through strategic program coordination and stakeholder engagement.
• 2 x Temporary full-time up (June 2026 & December 2026).
• Role based in Parramatta or Lismore (other regional locations negotiable), with flexible/hybrid working environment.
• Salary relative to experience, ranges from $113,574 - $125,720 + superannuation

About The Role
As a Program Officer within the Community Recovery Programs Branch, you will coordinate and support the design and delivery of programs that support disaster recovery. You will manage relationships and agreements with delivery partners, contribute to procurement and project planning, and ensure programs are aligned with agency objectives.

Your work will involve preparing reports and documentation, conducting research and analysis, and facilitating stakeholder engagement to support effective program outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to making a positive impact in disaster-affected communities.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience contributing to program design, implementation, and coordination.
• Strong skills in preparing project documentation, reports, and discussion papers.
• Ability to support procurement planning and monitor contract management processes.
• Analytical skills to identify trends and inform policy and project development.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects to deadlines using robust project management practices.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

For more information read the full Role Description:
Program Officer
About The Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the RA will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Contemporary workspaces and technology
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply
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 Monday 25 August 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Andrew Hunter, Manager Community Recovery Programs or via

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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

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