Senior Policy Officers

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• Role based in Parramatta / Sydney with flexible / hybrid working environment.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super.

Are you passionate about shaping impactful policy? We're looking for a skilled Senior Policy Officer to lead the development and implementation of initiatives that support agency and government priorities.

About The Team

The Funding Policy and Coordination Branch is a new central function for policy development, strategic direction, and governance oversight within the NSW Reconstruction Authority to support the delivery of programs under the Australian Government's Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). The Branch designs and implements sector-wide systems, policies, and procedures that govern programs across all disaster recovery domains – social, built, economic, and environmental. As the NSW Government lead on reform initiatives for the DRFA, the Branch drives policy enhancements and aims to deliver improvements for NSW delivery agencies, councils, and communities recovering from disasters. The team also provides secretariat support services for cross‑government decision‑making bodies and is responsible for assurance and oversight of the DRFA portfolio, regular reporting on status, risk, and budget, and tracking progress of recovery initiatives.

About The Role

As Senior Policy Officer, you will research and analyse complex policy issues, develop evidence‑based solutions, and provide expert advice to support strategic decision‑making. You will ensure policies are clearly understood and effectively implemented across the organisation, manage stakeholder relationships, monitor policy outcomes, and guide junior staff to deliver high‑quality work. Your ability to prepare clear, informative reports and briefs will support agency responses and government commitments.

About You

You are part of the Policy Review and Implementation team and will work on broad whole‑of‑government reforms that have a meaningful impact on disaster‑impacted communities within NSW. You have strong experience in large‑scale policy reform, development, and implementation, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes. You are confident working independently, making decisions that shape policy direction, clear communicator and collaborator, skilled at building stakeholder engagement and translating complex issues into practical solutions. Your leadership and analytical skills make you a trusted contributor to policy success. Experience in the development of emergency management, recovery or disaster funding policy will be highly regarded.

Essential Requirements

About The Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, focused on improving how NSW plans for disasters and ensures faster recovery. The Authority completes critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses, and government, and coordinates reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities, and other stakeholders when a disaster strikes.

Joining Our Team

To Apply

If excited by the information above, please submit an online application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close : 11 : 59 PM, Sunday 9 November 2025

Contact Information

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ceda Byrne, Manager – DRFA Policy at ceda.byrne@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment that reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation. We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via talentacquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.

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