Manager Strategy & Projects

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• 1 x Permanent full-time opportunity
• 1 x Temporary full-time opportunity to 31 December 2027
• Office location negotiable across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369 + super

The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.

• 1 x Permanent full-time opportunity
• 1 x Temporary full-time opportunity to 31 December 2027

About You

The Manager Water Strategy & Projects leads and coordinates delivery of priority projects that drive delivery of water management outcomes across NSW. This includes leading delivery of reform projects that support effective delivery of water management outcomes, as well as outcomes-focused monitoring, evaluation, and demonstration of performance against priorities identified in NSW water strategies and identifying and responding strategically to emerging risks and issues in the water sector. The role collaborates extensively with other units within the Water Group and other government agencies to deliver outcomes.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic policy, reform and implementation programs that support government priorities and effective water management outcomes.
• Drive strategy implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting to demonstrate outcomes, manage risks, identify priorities and secure resources for future delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across government, the water sector and the community, leading collaboration and consultation to deliver practical, best-practice reforms.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality briefings, business cases, reports and governance processes that support informed decision-making and withstand external scrutiny.
• Delivering water management outcomes in a complex and often contested environment with diverse stakeholder interests, competing priorities and tight timeframes.
• Exercising sound judgement and adapting to changing priorities, emerging risks and differing perspectives to drive effective outcomes.
• Establishing robust performance, reporting and risk management frameworks that support long-term strategy delivery and demonstrate value and impact.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Water Strategy & Projects 

Who We Are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ria Pryce via ria.pryce@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.  

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability  
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris via amanda.tantzaris@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 552547).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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