Assistant Project Officer, Fostering Innovation

Premier's Department

Assistant Project Officer – Fostering Innovation

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Join Investment NSW and support businesses turn ideas to impact
• 1 x Ongoing role and 1 x Temporary role up to 12 months with the potential to extend or convert to Ongoing
• Clerk Grade 5/6 roles, base salary ($99,938 - $110,271), based in Martin Place

About the Role

As an Assistant Project Officer, you will contribute specifically to program delivery outcomes supporting the full grant program life cycle from program design, launch and assessment, contract management and acquittals, reporting and project management support. You will join the Fostering Innovation branch within Investment NSW group. Our branch is responsible for leading innovation policy, supporting startup and scaleup success, and driving data-informed decision-making across the NSW Government's economic development agenda.

We're Looking For

• Project Coordination & Delivery: Ability to support and implement project plans, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery aligned with cost and quality standards.
• Documentation & Compliance: Proficient in maintaining accurate records, updating documentation, and ensuring adherence to project management methodologies.
• Stakeholder Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders and provide clear updates on project progress and issues.
• Administrative & Secretariat Support: Ability to prepare reports and deliver administrative services that enable smooth project execution.

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

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 requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Monday 20 October 2025 [9:59am]

Salary: Classification Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 - $110,271) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Liz Jackson, Associate Director, Investment NSW

About the Premier's Department

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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.

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.