Senior Policy and Project Officer

Newcastle - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 129464 - 142665

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

Aboriginal Targeted Role
Senior Policy and Project Officer Aboriginal Land Strategy
Ongoing Full Time Opportunity travel required
Office location: Newcastle or Dubbo other locations may be considered
Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 plus super

This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26 and Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Do you care deeply about Country community and creating meaningful change This role offers the chance to drive programs for land rights outcomes with Aboriginal stakeholders.

Were looking for a motivated Senior Policy and Project Officer who thrives in a dynamic environment enjoys solving complex problems and can confidently guide a team to deliver meaningful outcomes.

In this role youll play a pivotal part in shaping strategic policy directions supporting major reform programs and ensuring the effective implementation of initiatives that matter to communities industry and government.

Youll be a trusted advisorsupporting Ministerial and Executive decisionmaking leading project delivery and contributing to legislative and strategic reform programs. Youll also play a key role in supporting and guiding team members to meet deadlines and achieve highquality outcomes.

For more information please view the Role Description here:Senior Policy and Project Officer CL

About you

Projects and Policy work you have detailed knowledge and expertise in ensuring the delivery of key projects and legislative and policy initiatives.
Stakeholder influence Experience in providing cultural advice support and guidance to stakeholders whilst simultaneously building a high degree of trust with and for Aboriginal peoples communities and entities in NSW.
Strategic capability Extensive knowledge and experience in the development implementation and review of Aboriginal cultural strategies policies and procedures.
Cultural knowledge and experience Knowledge respect and understanding of Aboriginal cultural issues
Communication strength Communicate with clarity empathy and cultural awareness.

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 11:55pm Monday 2nd March 2026

Should you require further information about the role please contact Paula Setz via

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn

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 supportapplications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustmentsthat 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 (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.

Role Description

Required Experience:

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Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.Aboriginal Targeted RoleSenior Policy and Project Officer Aboriginal Land StrategyOngoing Full Time Opportunity travel requiredOffice location: Newcastle or Dubbo other locations may be consideredSalary relative to experience ...