Job Opportunity
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) seeks a skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Executive Officer.
This position plays a critical role in supporting the Executive Director of Agriculture, providing high-level strategic and operational advice, managing key executive functions, and leading the coordination of strategic initiatives across the Agriculture Division.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in executive support, strategic advisory, and operational coordination, with excellent analytical and policy advisory skills. They will be able to identify emerging issues and provide informed actionable advice, as well as build trusted relationships across a wide range of internal and external partners.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing competing priorities, coordinating sensitive information, and delivering outcomes in fast-paced environments. They will also have a proactive and solutions-focused approach committed to driving continual process improvement and operational excellence.
About the Role
The Agriculture and Biosecurity branch of DPIRD plays a critical role in protecting, supporting, and developing sustainable future-ready agricultural and biosecurity sectors across NSW. Through leadership, science, and innovation, the group shapes the future of agriculture and safeguards the state's biosecurity systems.
The Executive Officer is responsible for leading the Office of the Executive Director, driving the adoption of best practices in finance, HR, performance, IT, and administrative systems. They will oversee the management of executive and ministerial correspondence, briefing notes, reports, and submissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Lead the Office of the Executive Director by driving the adoption of best practices in finance, HR, performance, IT, and administrative systems.
* Oversee the management of executive and ministerial correspondence, briefing notes, reports, and submissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Identify and advise on sensitive policy and management issues, including the assessment of emergent trends and their implications for current operations.
* Act as a key liaison point for the Executive Director, coordinating and analyzing incoming information to develop strategic recommendations.
* Champion continuous improvement in administrative and records management systems.
* Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure high-quality ministerial and executive correspondence.
* Oversee governance and coordination of boards and trusts associated with the Agriculture Division.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
* Demonstrated experience in managing executive operations, ministerial communications, and strategic project support.
* Strong analytical and policy advisory skills with the ability to identify emerging issues and provide informed actionable advice.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across a wide range of internal and external partners.
* Proven capability in managing competing priorities, coordinating sensitive information, and delivering outcomes in fast-paced environments.
* A proactive and solutions-focused approach committed to driving continual process improvement and operational excellence.
What We Offer
DPIRD offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. The successful candidate will have access to:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
* A diverse and inclusive work environment.