Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive project officer to shape inclusive, sustainable infrastructure across NSW through impactful initiatives so everyone can participate.
This role will drive the plans that power future-ready sport infrastructure for an active NSW. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to design, deliver, and evaluate strategic plans, policies, and programs while offering both strategic and operational advice to senior management.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing smart, inclusive, and sustainable policies and programs that help shape the future of sport and active recreation infrastructure across NSW and support resilient facilities.
* Tackling complex infrastructure challenges—like adapting to climate change while meeting community needs, offering expert advice, and shaping forward-thinking strategies.
Our ideal candidate will bring to the role:
* Proven capability in climate change adaptation and resilience planning for infrastructure with the ability to guide sustainable development and asset management initiatives.
* Experience in preparing detailed proposals, business cases, project plans, reports, and correspondence to support agency priorities and respond to government requests.
* Proficient in developing, coordinating, and evaluating complex policy and program initiatives with multiple interdependencies, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, timelines, and resource constraints.
* Strong capability to engage stakeholders through tailored communication and negotiation, supporting informed decision-making.
* Skills in applying innovative thinking to solve complex challenges, anticipate risks, and develop practical solutions that promote sustainable infrastructure development.
About This Role
We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include access to the Employee Assistance Program and free onsite parking.
Inclusion is a huge focus for us internally and externally. We actively promote employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation.
The Office of Sport offers a range of employee benefits, including salary packaging and access to the Fitness Passport.
For more information about this opportunity, please refer to the attached role description.