• Temporary full-time role available for up to 4 years
• Southern NSW location negotiable, Murray or Lower Darling area preferred
• Total remuneration package up to $160,187 inclusive of super and annual leave loading

 We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Project Officer, Policy to manage a small team responsible for developing the strategic direction of projects within our Sustainable Diversion Limit Adjustment Mechanism (SDLAM) Program for NSW.

As Principal Project Officer Policy, you will lead a small team in the development and implementation of evidence-based strategic policy, relating to the delivery of the NSW SDLAM projects. Your day to day responsibilities will include policy and legislation development and review in close consultation with other Department of Industry policy makers, stakeholder consultation, undertaking research and analysis to identify emerging issues and preparing briefings and correspondence to respond to requests from the Department or Minister’s Office. You will also liaise extensively with senior management within the Division and across other government agencies.

This is a challenging role in a high-pressure environment, your motivation, resilience and decisiveness will be instrumental in setting you up for success.

 Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Expertise in translating evidence into policy frameworks and positioning
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to effectively negotiate and consult with both government and communities
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members
• Experience managing a high volume of work with competing demands and working within tight timeframes
• Sound understanding or the ability to quickly gain a working knowledge of state or federal government processes will be highly valued in this role

About us

The NSW Department of Industry leads the state government’s contribution to making NSW a place where people want to live and work and businesses choose to invest and grow. Our Water Branch exists to efficiently manage water in NSW with the objective to create a contemporary government water agency focused on planning and policy, regulation, information and insights, and programs and performance.

The SDLAM Program Team works to deliver on 23 infrastructure, rule-based and constraints management programs and projects to support sustainable water management for the Murray-Darling Basin. The water management projects focus on water saving, water supply offsets and improved flow management works across the Murray Darling and Murrumbidgee basins to effectively manage water flows.

Applying for this exciting opportunity

Applicants must address their suitability by supplying an updated copy of their resume and a brief cover letter that outlines your relevant skills and experience.

Please ensure that you include reference to the key accountabilities and capabilities in the role description when preparing your application. Through the application process, you will be asked to specify which location you are interested in.

 Closing Date: Tuesday, 29 January 2019 11:55 PM

Enquiries: Kristy Eagles, Manager Executive Recruitment & Strategy at kristy.eagles@industry.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next twelve months.

The NSW Department of Industry is committed to ensuring the sector reflects the NSW community it serves. We promote a flexible and inclusive workplace where staff have access to opportunities and resources at all levels, enabling our team to drive innovation, productivity and the delivery of high-quality services. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background or disability.