Senior Partner Diversity & Inclusion

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

• Empower voices shape policies and lead programs that support diversity and inclusivity at our department
• Temporary full-time opportunity up to February 2027
• All NSW locations considered upon application with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $125693.00 to $138510.00 plus super

At DPHI our work has a real impact on the people and communities of NSW. We strive to create a workplace where people can do meaningful work feel supported work flexibly and experience a genuine sense of belonging.

The role

In this role as Senior Partner Diversity & Inclusion youll play a pivotal role in fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Youll work closely with employee networks senior leaders and external partners to listen learn and co-design initiatives that support diversity equity and inclusion across the department. Your work will contribute to creating an environment where people feel represented supported and valued and where inclusive practice is embedded into everyday ways of working.

Youll operate within complex environments balancing diverse perspectives while supporting sustainable inclusive outcomes. This role is focused on enabling others building confidence supporting accountability and helping teams embed inclusive approaches into how they plan engage and deliver their work.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Partner Diversity & Inclusion

What you will bring to the role

You bring a collaborative thoughtful approach and are confident working across systems and particular you will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication skills: with the ability to lead inclusive conversations and develop clear accessible messaging.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills: This role thrives on forging strong relationships with internal teams networks and external partners to deliver inclusive initiatives.
• Empathy and emotional intelligence: Central to understanding lived experiences identifying barriers and creating meaningful programs that reflect the voices of diverse communities.
• Experience delivering outcomes through collaboration balancing progress with meaningful engagement and shared ownership.
• Cultural competence and intersectional awareness navigating diversity contexts with insight and care.
• Experience designing inclusive programs resources or learning supporting belonging accountability and continuous improvement.
• Strategic thinking aligning work with legislative frameworks sector priorities and organisational objectives.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge of diversity inclusion and belonging legislation coupled with hands-on experience delivering government-led initiatives aligned with sector frameworks and compliance requirements.

Key Knowledge and experience

• Previous experience developing and implementing diversity and inclusion strategies and programs.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Diversity and Inclusion HR Business Engagement or other relevant experience.

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. Please ensure you have discussed this opportunity with your manager as approval will be sought for your appointment.

Applications close Monday 18 May 2026 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Laurinda Corcoran Manager Diversity & Inclusion on .

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 (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.

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