Project Support Officer Native Title, Aboriginal Targeted

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Project Support Officer Native Title, Aboriginal Targeted
• Ongoing Full Time Opportunity
• Office location – Dubbo, other locations considered
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 + super

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26 and Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

The role

The Project Support Officer Native Title undertakes a range of project research, analysis, reporting, implementation, and administrative activities to support the development and delivery of Native Title related projects, in line with established project plans and objectives to achieve Government priorities in matters of Native Title and Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUAs).

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a small, dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and a shared commitment to bettering outcomes to and for Aboriginal Communities in NSW. Every day, we bring enthusiasm and dedication to everything we do -whether it's solving complex challenges or simply supporting one another.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Project Support Officer Native Title

What you will bring to the role

• Strong project coordination and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Experience in Native Title matters or negotiation processes—though this is desirable, not essential

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

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 11:55pm, Sunday 7th September 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jacob Dennis 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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via  or ​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn