Senior Project Officer Contestable Grant
Senior Project Officer Contestable Grant
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Job Description
Be part of something bigger and make a difference for NSW
Together we create thriving environments communities and economies across our State.
- Are you motivated to join the Coast and Estuary Grants Management Team to support coastal councils develop and implement coastal management programs under the NSW Coastal Management Framework
- Temporary full-time opportunity up to 30 Jun 2027 with the possibility for extension 35 hours per week
- Office location Parramatta Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $ 130506 to $ 143921 super and leave loading (EO 10)
The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking a Senior Project Officer Grants to support the administration of program funding for projects under the NSW Coastal Management Framework- Coast and Estuary grant programs.
About the role
In this role you will oversee responsibilities for the end-to-end management of the grant program and grantee projects. You will ensure that projects are effectively governed financially monitored and supported to achieve their intended outcomes. You will also guide team members on grant processes best practices and decision-making.
About You
You will be accountable for administering and supporting a large volume of projects funded under the NSW Coast and Estuary grants program. You will lead the delivery of state-wide planning and implementation grant projects. You will monitor report on identified grant milestones and deliverables to ensure effective governance from inception to completion. This will also include program evaluation and review and the oversight of technical assessment of grant applications.
You will be required to prepare a range of documentation including funding deeds written briefings reports submissions and correspondence ensuring operational requirements are met. You will establish and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships through effective communication negotiation and issues management to engage stakeholders and ensure consistency in outcomes and direction.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Strong skills in project management and stakeholder engagement
- Proven ability to manage budgets and monitor program expenditure
- Expertise managing a busy workload and competing priorities
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to work through complex issues with grantees
- Good understanding of NSW Government grants administration guidelines
For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Grant Project Officer
Who we are
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.
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.
Applications close Tuesday 17 Jun 2025 at 11:55 PM
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kym Bilham via OR Leah Andrews 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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
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If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting (Nivya Shetty) via or(please mention reference number 542987).
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
