Coordinator Early Career Programs

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

• Join a vibrant team where diverse perspectives drive growth and success

• Temporary full-time opportunity (12 months)

• Office location – Parramatta-based role with flexible working supported

• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $99,938.00 to $110,271.00 plus 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 nurturing emerging talent? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can help shape exceptional early career programs? We're seeking a proactive and organised Coordinator, Early Careers Programs to join our team and play a key role in supporting graduate, traineeship, apprenticeship and student planner programs.

You'll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver a seamless and enriching experience for candidates. You will actively support annual event planning, logistics, and project facilitation through diligent resource coordination and stakeholder engagement. Our team will depend on you for maintaining meticulous records, contracts, and essential documentation to uphold compliance with administrative policies and standards, ensuring every detail is accurately managed and all processes run smoothly.

For more information read the full Role Description: Coordinator Early Careers Programs

About You:

• Highly organised and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong project coordination skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships
• A customer-focused mindset and a self-starter attitude
• Solid administrative skills and a knack for process improvement
• A genuine passion for supporting early career development

Key knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role or related field will be highly regarded.
• Highly experienced in utilising MS Suite, SharePoint, and other administrative support applications, or in a role where these tools formed a significant part of daily responsibilities.

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 Monday, 1 September 2025 at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact Allison Richardson, Senior Partner Talent Programs on

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 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.