Local recruitment: Senior Engagement Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to the protect state’s environment and heritage.

• Aboriginal Identified opportunity
• Temporary opportunity to 30 June 2025
• Full-time role – 35 hours per week + FlexTime
• Any NSW office location – regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $120,859.00 to $133,183.00 + super + leave loading

Our Aboriginal Engagement team within our Aboriginal Water Program is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Engagement Officer as lead and assist with the development of strategic projects. Enhance capacity of Aboriginal communities to participate in water management for Southern NSW.

The Senior Engagement Officer works within the Regional Aboriginal Engagement Unit to provide project management support, Aboriginal engagement and communications and contributes to strategy development to enhance the capacity of Aboriginal Communities to participate in the management of water resource management in NSW.  The role also provides advice and support to the strategy, project and policy teams building awareness of Aboriginal cultural issues, protocols and opportunities

The Senior Engagement Officer manages and coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of complex programs to achieve program outcomes, and support achievement of organisational objectives.

This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977).

About You

We are seeking someone who has:

• Extensive experience leading a team in developing strategies and programs to support Aboriginal communities. 
• Solid project and/or program management experience 
• Understanding and knowledge of the Government public administration processes, governance, protocols and reporting requirements 
• Proficiency in building awareness of Aboriginal cultural issues, protocols and opportunities
• Ability to be based from and travel within the Souther Region of NSW, including;

• South Sydney, Wollongong and Goulburn
• South Coast NSW
• Lachlan Region
• Murrumbidgee Region
• Murray Region

Essential Requirements  

• This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria: 

• You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and 
• You identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and 
• You are accepted as a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

• Sensitivity to and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and an excellent understanding of Aboriginal community governance and structures
• This role requires travel within NSW and a current NSW Driver’s Licence 

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Engagement Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s 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 state’s 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 Wednesday, 23 October at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Bradley Delaney via bradley.delaney@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

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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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 538761).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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