Premier’s Department
Regional Support Officer
You. At the centre of big ideas.
* 1 x Temporary role for up to two years with the potential to extend or convert to ongoing
* Based in Newcastle
* Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 - $110,271) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
About the Role
As a Regional Support Officer, you’ll join our Aboriginal Affairs group, Community Partnerships branch in providing high-level administrative and business support to help our regional office run smoothly. Your responsibilities include gathering and managing documents, supporting regional projects, drafting Ministerial and executive correspondence, arranging meetings handling financial processing and invoices, and improving business systems.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
We're Looking For
* Project Coordination & Delivery Ability to manage and support projects through planning, resource coordination, documentation, and progress monitoring to ensure outcomes align with approved plans.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building strong relationships and managing stakeholder interests, especially when working with Aboriginal communities
* Administrative & Secretariat Support Proficient in providing high-quality secretarial services, including minute-taking, correspondence drafting, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
* Research & Policy Support Skilled in conducting basic research and analysis to inform reports and contribute to policy development and decision-making.
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 through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
* Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
* Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
* Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
* A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
* A cover letter outlining your skills and experience in relation to the role
Closing date: Wednesday, 28 January 2026 (9:59AM)
Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 - $110,271)
plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Jacob Bell, A/ Regional Manager -
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 in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at, 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.