You. At the centre of big ideas.
- We’re looking for a creative problem solver to join our remarkable team.
- You’ll be leading government initiatives that are shaping NSW.
- You’ll be leading strategies to realise change for the community.
- This is an temporary role up to 3 years, Clerk Grade 11/12, based in Martin Place.
- Flexible working is part of our DNA. It is the way we work, so you’ll enjoy great flexibility in how and where you work.
This role will lead the effective administration of grants to support the successful delivery of projects funded through the $2 billion Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program. The role works with a broad range of government and community stakeholders to ensure outcomes for communities in Western Sydney.
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You. Our ideal candidate.
- You’re eager to make a difference to the communities of NSW
- You’re innovative and always looking for new ways to do things
- You can provide expert and authoritative advice, research and analysis to support best practice
- You can embed and foster a culture of probity and continuous improvement across the team
Driving big ideas at the heart of government.
The Premier’s Department and the Cabinet Office commenced operations on 1 July 2023 as separate but complementary agencies at the centre of government, replacing the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The Premier’s Department leads the state’s 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities.
We drive big ideas at the heart of government.
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Your career, your way.
We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.
At the Premier’s Department, you get access to:
- flexible working arrangements
- inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
- flex leave
- great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
- employee support services
- fitness and well-being programs
- staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.
To start your journey in becoming our new Associate Director, Grants, Compliance and Delivery, you’ll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include:
- a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).
- a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager.
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.
Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($139,787 - $161,663) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Closing date: Tuesday, 30 January 2024 (11:59 PM)
Approximate start date: Early 2024
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For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Mark Kay on 02 9228 3246 or
If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at or 1800 562 679.
Our commitment
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.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.