Principal Project Officer

Premier's Department

Principal Project Officer - Portfolio Management

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Lead governance initiatives that contribute to meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities
• Clerk Grade 11/12, based in Mascot NSW
• Temporary full-time opportunity up to 18 months

About the Role

As Principal Project Officer – Portfolio Management, you'll lead governance initiatives, coordinate reporting and budget submissions, and collaborate with NSW CAPO and sector committees to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

You will join our Reform and Innovation team within the Aboriginal Affairs group.Reform and Innovation works in genuine partnership with Aboriginal peoples and communities to shape policies and reforms that reflect their needs and aspirations. The branch plays a key role in delivering the NSW Government's commitments under Closing the Gap and advancing Aboriginal land and cultural heritage reform.

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

We're Looking For

• Management of planning, delivery, governance, and evaluation of complex projects.
• Experience drafting high-quality briefs, reports, and Cabinet submissions on sensitive issues.
• Capability to represent Aboriginal Affairs in forums and build strong relationships across sectors.
• Expertise to advise senior leaders on emerging issues and support high-level decision-making.
• Ability to track outcomes, manage risks, and measure impact.

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: Friday 31 October 9:59am

Salary: Classification Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($149,739 - $173,174) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Sally Kubiak, Executive Director Reform and Innovation,

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.

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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.