Premier's Department
Project Officer, Study NSW
You. At the centre of big ideas.
* Bring your strategic communication and digital media skills to a high impact government role promoting NSW as a world leading destination for international education.
* Ongoing role, Clerk Grade 5/6 base salary ($99,938 - $110,271) plus superannuation (12%) located in Martin Place.
About the Role
As a Project Officer with Study NSW, you will play a key role in supporting initiatives that attract and engage international students, boosting the local education sector and strengthening NSW's global reputation as a premier study destination. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of campaigns, events, and digital content, while collaborating with stakeholders across government, education, and industry. Expect a dynamic environment where your work will directly support the delivery of NSW's international education priorities through content creation, event coordination, and data-driven digital communications.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
What you'll do:
* Assist with planning and delivering projects, events, and campaigns, including administration, budgets, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.
* Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms such as websites, social media, email campaigns, and videos.
* Collaborate with the team to coordinate events and manage digital communication channels to advance NSW Government's international education priorities.
What we are looking for:
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to communication strategies and messaging for diverse audiences
* Experience creating, editing, and publishing digital content across websites, social media, email campaigns, and video platforms
* Knowledge of the international education sector and/or international trade and business
* Flexible, collaborative, and highly adaptable in a fast-paced, changing work environment
* Proven experience supporting the delivery of projects and events, from initial planning to delivery
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
* Familiarity with content management systems and digital tools for publishing and analytics, and the ability to interpret digital data and insights to improve communication and content effectiveness
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 addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Wednesday 28 January :59 AM)
Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 - $110,271) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Hiring Manager: Vicky Clare, Study NSW Associate Director,
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.
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.