Senior Manager Governance

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's biodiversity and heritage.

• Lead the branch driving strategy and governance for the Conservation and Heritage Regulator
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Environment Officer Class 14 - Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $173,121 to $191,993 + super
  
  

Our Conservation Programs, Heritage and Regulation team is seeking a Senior Manager, Governance and Strategy. In this role, you will lead the branch that supports the Conservation and Heritage Regulator (CHR) in setting the strategic direction and governance of regulatory performance. You will oversee project teams in developing, delivering, monitoring and evaluating a portfolio of strategic initiatives, ensuring successful outcomes and supporting organisational objectives in compliance and regulatory programs.

You will provide expert advice, manage risks and benefits, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards while supporting evidence-based decisions.

About You

You bring extensive experience in a senior project management role, with a proven track record of coordinating the successful delivery of complex projects and achieving objectives. You have broad knowledge of government operations, public administration and budgetary procedures, processes, and protocols. You are also highly experienced in leading and managing teams, fostering collaboration, guiding performance and driving outcomes in dynamic, results-focused environments.

You communicate clearly, manage competing priorities and take a calm, solutions-focused approach to complex challenges, comfortably navigating policy, budgets and performance targets.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Tab 8 Senior Manager Governance and Strategy CPHR EO14 RD DOCX

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

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.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close Sunday 23rd November at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Gilligan 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.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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