Project Officer

Project Officer, Strategy Branch

• Employment Type: Temporary opportunities
• Employment period: Two vacancies: one for up to 6 months and one for 12 months
• Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 7/8
• Remuneration: $116,981 - $129,492 p.a plus Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close: Monday 14 September 2026 at 9:59am

Your day as a Project Officer

You will support the coordination, delivery and evaluation of strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, secretariat activities and projects that advance the priorities of the Economic Strategy and Productivity Group.

Your day-to-day work will include monitoring project plans, milestones, risks and deliverables; preparing briefs, reports and project documentation; analysing information to identify emerging issues; and supporting evidence-based planning and recommendations.

You will coordinate events, working groups, committees and stakeholder consultations, while building effective relationships across Treasury and with external stakeholders. You will work flexibly across competing priorities and contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery and business processes.

You will be joining our Economic Strategy and Productivity Group and working within the Market & Regulation Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

You can read more about the role in the role description here.

What you can bring to the role

In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• demonstrated experience providing project coordination and secretariat support in a complex stakeholder environment
• experience coordinating events, stakeholder engagement activities and logistics from planning through to delivery and evaluation
• strong written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear briefs, correspondence, reports and project materials for different audiences
• sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify emerging issues and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations
• the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within tight timeframes
• sound proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; an understanding of government processes and governance is desirable.

What you can expect from us

The Strategy Branch is a collaborative and welcoming team that works across strategic communications, engagement, secretariat support, group priorities and people and culture initiatives. You will gain broad exposure to the Economic Strategy and Productivity Group and contribute to projects and activities with senior and diverse stakeholders.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:

• flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
• accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance
• ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training
• wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health
• various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.

Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.

Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury

You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.

When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.

As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:

• coordinating projects, monitoring milestones and managing risks and deliverables
• preparing high-quality briefs, reports, correspondence and governance materials
• strengthening stakeholder engagement, event coordination and secretariat capabilities.

Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.

Interested in working with us

Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process:

• an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role
• complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process
• partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.

Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.

We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.

We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation. If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-treasury/about-us/careers

• As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.
• As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.

Any questions?

Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Natalie Wu at natalie.wu@treasury.nsw.gov.au

Close of applications: 9:59am Monday 14 September 2026

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply” to start your application.