Sydney, New South Wales
Part-time
Description
* Permanent, 4 day per week role
* Unique work opportunity
* Positively contributes to the Local Government sector
* Excellent working conditions and work/life balance
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Policy Officer who can work closely with our members providing advice, information, capacity building and other support to councils on emerging and ongoing policy issues. This role also contributes to the development of LGNSW's position on these issues.
About LGNSW
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) is the peak body for councils and related organisations in our State. LGNSW advocates on behalf of members and their communities on policy to decision makers at state and federal levels. We also provide a comprehensive range of services including industrial relations representation, management services and training.
About The Role
The Senior Policy Officer will join the Environment team within the Advocacy division.
This Role
* Provides expert advice and support to guide the delivery of high quality policy outcomes.
* Actively maintains a detailed knowledge of environment issues, including climate change, emissions reduction, biodiversity and sustainability, and LGNSW policy positions to identify and respond to emerging issues.
* Effectively builds relationships and liaises with key stakeholders to ensure policy positions are coordinated, aligned to member and stakeholder feedback and consistent with LGNSW positions.
* Develops high quality draft papers, submissions, and reports for consideration by LGNSW, member councils and stakeholders.
* Represents the sector in stakeholder forums and meetings.
* Supports delivery of the annual Environment Symposium and Awards.
What We Offer
This role is four days (30.4 hours) per week. The salary for this role on commencement is $106,444 plus superannuation.
We Also Offer
* A hybrid way of working – enabling employees to blend their work between the office and home.
* 2 extra days wellbeing leave - supporting our employees to live a happier, healthier, and well-balanced life.
* Salary-sacrificing options - enabling our employees to reduce their taxable income.
* Extra insurance - offering eligible employees extra insurance coverage including Death, TPD, and Income Protection Insurance.
About You
We are seeking a team player who has good knowledge of environmental issues, particularly climate change, emissions reduction, biodiversity and sustainability. You will have demonstrable experience in providing expert public policy advice and a track record of identifying and responding to policy issues. Your strengths will include your ability to think analytically and effectively liaise with stakeholders. You will be positive, results-driven and understand the key role of policy in a member organisation.
Essential Requirements
* Tertiary qualification and demonstrated knowledge and experience in environmental issues, such as emissions reduction, climate change, sustainability, biodiversity or natural resource management.
* Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
* Demonstrated experience in a public policy environment, with an understanding of relevant legislation and government policies on environmental issues.
* Understanding of local government practices and policies.
* Excellent analytical skills, ability to research and think strategically.
* Planning and negotiation skills, and ability to exercise sound judgment.
* Experience in priority setting, report and agenda writing.
* Demonstrated ability to work with others across the organisation, and at all levels.
* Demonstrated ability to work productively to achieve results, with minimal supervision.
Join our team
To apply, please review the Position Description, then follow the 'Apply' link below. You will be asked to create an account before submitting your application, which must include a CV, cover letter, and a response to the selection criteria. All applications must be submitted via the online portal.
For further information, please contact Susy Cenedese (Strategy Manager, Environment) on
Applications close at 12pm on Wednesday 4 February 2026.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community and members we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, marital and family status or disability.
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