Senior Project Officer

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

• Senior Project Officer, Aboriginal Identified Role
• Contribute to the vision for bettering outcomes for Aboriginal peoples across Western Sydney
• Temporary full-time opportunity to April 2028
• Based on site at Penrith with travel to Bradfield
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,556 + 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.

The role

Are you passionate about making a difference for First Nations communities? Join our team at the Bradfield Development Authority and partner with the Manager, Aboriginal Outcomes to provide high -quality, expert vision, advice, and leadership across the organisation. You will collaborate with various teams to create an inclusive culture and build capacity to engage with First Nations communities, contributing to improved outcomes for First Nations peoples.

As a Senior Project Officer, you will undertake research, analysis, and review of complex policy issues, develop evidence-based options and strategies, and provide expert advice to inform stakeholders and support policy directions. You will also develop and implement strategies for monitoring and evaluating policy initiatives, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and represent the agency in various forums to ensure consistency with government policy and legislative requirements.

This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer Aboriginal Outcomes (Identified) BDA

What you will bring to the role

• Ability to achieve program objectives within a high-volume and evolving work environment, managing competing demands and priorities.
• Expertise in dealing with complex and sensitive consultations with diverse stakeholders.
• Delivering collaborative outcomes within agreed timelines.
• Skills in identifying issues and managing interdependencies to deliver project, program, and organizational objectives.
• Proficiency in providing expert advice and contributing to decision-making processes.
• Capability to foster effective relationships with stakeholders to provide advice, exchange information.
• Using initiative and be accountable for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• Applying critical-thinking techniques to analyse information, identify interrelationships, and make evidence-based recommendations.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or demonstrated equivalent industry or professional experience in the relevant area
• This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

• Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and

• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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.

About Bradfield Development Authority

The Bradfield Development Authority (BDA) is building a stronger future for Western Sydney by delivering Bradfield City Centre and attracting investment to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. We work with all levels of government, industry, and the community to realise the once-in-a-generation opportunities the new 24/7 Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and the surrounding Western Sydney Aerotropolis precinct.

The Bradfield Development Authority works with First Nations communities to include cultural principles, support Indigenous businesses, and create jobs.

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 Sunday 7th December 2025 at 11.55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Nicole Duffy, Manager Aboriginal Outcomes, at

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