Senior Team Leader Project Planning Monitoring & Reporting

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

• Lead the planning monitoring and reporting frameworks that drive evidence-based conservation outcomes across NSWs Biodiversity Conservation Program
• Temporary until 30 June 2029 full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity with possibility of Ongoing
• Parramatta NSW Office location hybrid working supported
• Environment Officer Class 12
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $157257 to $172589 super

Our Conservation Programs Heritage and Regulation team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Team Leader Project Planning Monitoring and Reporting to provide strategic leadership across project planning monitoring evaluation and reporting functions that support the effective delivery of the Biodiversity Conservation Program. This role will lead an expert team responsible for developing frameworks analysing project performance and driving continuous improvement to maximise conservation outcomes across NSW.

In this role you will drive data-informed decision making through biodiversity data analysis monitoring and evaluation frameworks and high-quality reporting to government and key stakeholders. You will support delivery teams to develop accurate costed project plans oversee governance requirements for major projects and provide strategic advice that strengthens program performance and accountability. Working collaboratively across a diverse stakeholder network you will play a critical role in ensuring conservation investments are effectively planned measured and reported.

About You

You will have:

• Demonstrated experience leading project planning monitoring evaluation and reporting functions within complex programs or environmental initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Monitoring Evaluation Reporting and Improvement (MERI) principles and their application to program performance and outcomes assessment.
• Proven ability to analyse complex data generate insights and support evidence-based decision making and continuous improvement.
• Experience developing and implementing frameworks systems and processes that improve project planning governance reporting and evaluation outcomes at scale.
• Highly developed written communication skills with experience preparing high-quality reports briefings and advice for senior executives and government stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills with the ability to influence negotiate and build collaborative partnerships across diverse groups.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing teams resources and competing priorities to achieve strategic objectives.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities improve systems and develop practical solutions to complex issues.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience.

Essential Requirements

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

For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Team Leader Project Planning Monitoring and Reporting

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states 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 states 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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family members) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

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 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.

Applications close Tuesday 28th July 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alison Schumacher via or 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.

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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