Senior Policy Officer

Senior Policy Officer
You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Drive delivery of projects for Aboriginal communities
• Bring your strong native title experience to Reform and Innovation
• Temporary Clerk Grade 9/10 role base salary ($133,348- $146,945 per annum) based in Mascot until 27 July 2028.

About the Role
The Senior Policy Officer leads and delivers policy and program initiatives that support NSW Government commitments for Aboriginal communities. You will manage complex projects, provide strategic advice, and work across agencies and stakeholders to drive outcomes that support the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and Land strategy.

You will join our Reform and Innovation Branch in Aboriginal Affairs NSW, Premier's Department. The team leads whole of government reform and partnerships with Aboriginal stakeholders to deliver long-term social, cultural, and economic outcomes. To learn more about Aboriginal Affairs you can visit here.

To learn more about the role, please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Policy and Project Delivery: Proven experience delivering policy initiatives or service delivery reforms, including research, implementation and evaluation.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Strong ability to engage, consult and negotiate with government, community and external stakeholders, and provide clear, high-quality advice.
• Cultural Capability: Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with and understand issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Ability to analyse complex issues, identify practical solutions, and provide sound strategic advice to support reform outcomes.
• Collaboration and Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively across teams, agencies and communities.
• Native title experience: A background in native title is highly regarded.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual based on a 35-hour work week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance programs and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks supporting diversity and inclusion

How to Apply
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability

Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026 (23:59PM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10 base salary ($133,348- $146,945 per annum), plus super and leave loading

Hiring Manager: Amanda Crick, Principal Policy Officer, ************@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at ***@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role, and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.