Senior Project Officers

• Ongoing full-time opportunities
• Role based in Parramatta/Sydney with flexible/hybrid working environment.  
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

Are you a skilled project officer who is solution focused and thrives in dynamic environments? We're looking for proactive Senior Project Officers to lead complex projects that support strategic outcomes and drive positive change across the organisation.

About the Team

The Funding Policy and Coordination Branch is a new central function for policy development, strategic direction, and governance oversight within the NSW Reconstruction Authority to support the delivery of programs under the Australian Government's Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). The Branch is responsible for designing and implementing sector-wide systems, policies, and procedures that govern programs across all disaster recovery domains—social, built, economic, and environment.

As the NSW Government lead on reform initiatives for the DRFA, the Branch drives policy enhancements and aims to deliver improvements that support NSW delivery agencies, as well as improvements to councils and communities recovering from disasters. The team also provide secretariat support services for cross government decision making bodies. The team is responsible for assurance and oversight of the DRFA portfolio and regular reporting on status, risk and budget to facilitate evidence-based decision making and tracking and reporting of progress of recovery initiatives. These efforts support more centralised and effective decision-making for disaster recovery across NSW.

Senior Project Officer

As Senior Project Officer, you'll manage the full lifecycle of diverse projects and programs of work. You'll ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with quality standards and agency methodologies. You will support effective and efficient governance and decision-making forums, while also leading briefs, correspondence and requests for information on the DRFA.

You'll build strong stakeholder relationships, monitor risks and benefits, and provide expert advice to support evidence-based decision making. You'll also lead project teams and contribute to continuous improvement across systems, frameworks and planning.

There are currently Senior Project Officer roles available in the Change and Reform Team and Investment Review and Analysis Team within the Funding Policy and Coordination Branch. 

Senior Project Officer (Portfolio & Reporting Analyst)

In this role, you'll drive improvements in the administration of the DRFA by leading reporting, system development, and portfolio analysis. You'll design and implement new tools and processes to enhance visibility of budget, risk, and performance, while supporting cross-government collaboration and strategic decision-making through accurate, timely reporting and stakeholder engagement.

About You

You have solid experience managing complex projects with autonomy and accountability. You're confident in coordinating resources, budgets and reporting, and you know how to navigate competing priorities to deliver results.

You're solution focused and a strong communicator and collaborator. You have a knack for innovative problem-solving and stakeholder engagement. Your ability to provide strategic advice and manage emerging issues makes you a trusted contributor to organisational success.

You are a strategic thinker and skilled coordinator with ideally an understanding of disaster recovery funding frameworks, particularly the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

You will have a passion for designing and developing new and improved systems, policies, processes and reporting and governance frameworks which will support improved administration and oversight of the DRFA.

Essential Requirements 

Tertiary qualification and/or relevant knowledge and experience. 

For more information read the full Role Descriptions:

Senior Project Officer

Senior Project Officer (Portfolio & Reporting Analyst)

About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Contemporary workspaces and technology
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

If excited by the information above, please submit an online application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:59PM, Wednesday 5 November 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Georgia Evans, A/Manager - DRFA Change and Reform at

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation. 

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.