Policy and Project Officer

Policy and Project Officer

Financial Management and Services

• Employment Type : Ongoing
• Classification / Grade / Band : Clerk Grade 07 / 08
• Remuneration : $113,574.00 - $125,720.00; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Location : Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
• Applications Close : Tuesday, 11 November 2025 at 9 : 59am

Role impact & contribution

The Policy and Project Officer support Government investment decisions and risk management in the development and delivery of projects and programs to successfully achieve outcomes.

This position contributes to the continuous improvement of Gateway policies, frameworks, procedures and templates, ensuring they remain current, accurate, and consistent. The role requires a balance of independent initiative and proactive communication, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards across assurance documentation and guidance materials.

This role supports the successful and high-quality delivery of Gateway reviews in alignment with the objectives of the NSW Gateway Policy and the REAF. Gateway Assurance aims to provide assurance to the NSW Government, as the investor, that projects and programs are effectively developed and delivered in line with government priorities. It also supports Delivery Agencies in achieving successful outcomes through effective project and program development and delivery.

Proactively building robust relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders is paramount, as is your contribution to improving the delivery of outcomes across the NSW Government through effective communication, collaboration, and advocacy with Treasury teams and agency counterparts.

You will be joining our Financial Management and Services Group and will be working within the Financial Stewardship & Public Report Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.

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

Achieve success as Policy and Project Officer

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 :

Investing in you

The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.

Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include :

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.

Professional Development

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

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

Submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.

Application process

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.

We embrace diversity

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.

Accreditations

We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit https : / / www.treasury.nsw.gov.au / about-treasury / careers-at-nsw-treasury

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 Brie Spurr at brie.spurr@treasury.nsw.gov.au.

Close of applications

9 : 59am 11 / 11 / 2025

A concurrent search is also underway.

Click “Apply online” below to start your application.

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