Executive Officer

• Drive Strategic Outcomes at the Heart of NSW's Creative, Visitor and Night-Time Economies

• Clerk Grade 11/12 with a salary range of $145,378 – $168,130

• Ongoing role based in Sydney, NSW

• Hybrid work environment, 3 days minimum in the office per week

About the role

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport, we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

We are now seeking a dynamic and highly organised Executive Officer to support the Deputy Secretary, 24-Hour, Screen and Sound and Commissioner of the 24-Hour Economy.

This isn't just an executive support role; it's a pivotal opportunity to help deliver strategic projects and guarantee the seamless operation of a high-profile office, delivering expert advice across a broad spectrum of policy, engagement, operational matters and issues management. If you thrive on impact and have a knack for navigating complex environments, this is your chance to shine.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and coordinate the successful delivery of strategic and operational projects across the 24-Hour, Screen and Sound Division and broader Department

• Provide high-level advice and executive support to the Deputy Secretary and senior leadership team

• Manage the executive office budget and proactively monitor risks

• Cultivate robust relationships and effectively liaise with senior executives, ministerial offices, and key stakeholders

• Prepare complex reports, briefs and submissions, including Cabinet and Ministerial documentation

• Anticipate and identify emerging issues, providing proactive solutions.

About You

You are a strategic thinker, a natural relationship builder and a highly skilled communicator who excels under pressure. You've honed your abilities in demanding environments and are ready to apply them to shape the future of NSW.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience supporting or advising senior executives within government or large, complex organisations

• A deep and proven understanding of public sector operations and governance

• Exceptional project management, communication and negotiation skills that deliver results

• Solid experience managing resources and successfully navigating intricate policy or operational challenges

• A collaborative, proactive and resilient approach, underpinned by a strong ethical foundation

• Government experience operating in global environments is highly desirable.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.

How to Apply

Click "Apply Now" to submit your online application. Your application should include a cover letter and an up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role.

Closing Date: Friday, 11 July 2025 [10.00AM]

Contact: Natalie Caruana, Senior Talent Acquisition Lead - [email protected]

Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

• Create social and economic opportunities for the state

• Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies

• Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture

• Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all

• Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development

• Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces

• Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment

• Support NSW's key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state's diverse cultural assets and history.

We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.