Job Description
Project Officer
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
- 2x Ongoing Full-Time
- in Parramatta with flexible hybrid work arrangements
- Salary Clerk Grade 7/8 from $113,574 to 125,720 base + superannuation
About the role
The Project Officer supports the planning, coordination and delivery of projects that improve the inclusion, wellbeing and educational experience of students across NSW public schools.
Working as part of a collaborative strategic policy team, you will contribute to project activities, research and analysis, stakeholder engagement, reporting and the preparation of high-quality written materials. You will work closely with the Senior Project Officer and other team members to help keep project work on track, identify issues and risks, and support practical outcomes for schools and students.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you
We are looking for someone who is organised, curious and collaborative, and who enjoys working as part of a team to improve outcomes for students across the state.
- some experience in policy, project support or a strategic policy environment
- the ability to support project activities, including tracking actions, preparing documentation and contributing to reporting
- experience researching, analysing and summarising information to support decision-making
- strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships
- attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
- Current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance for paid employment or willingness to obtain
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 35 hour working week
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role. As well answer 2 targeted questions below
- Please provide an example of when you were able to build rapport with someone at work, even in a stressful or challenging situation. (300 words maximum)
- Tell us about a time when you changed an established work procedure to improve it. What were the outcomes? (300 words maximum)
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date 8 June 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Amanda Cole, Student Inclusion and Wellbeing Reform, at 0407 242 243 or [email protected].
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.