Job Description

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

• 1 x ongoing position full-time (35 hours per week)
• 1 x Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity to 30 June 2028
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

Be part of a team delivering strategic leadership on water policy with a national and Murray-Darling Basin focus. The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water leads the way in protecting our environment, securing water resources, and driving sustainable outcomes for communities, industry and ecosystems across NSW.

As a Manager Policy Intergovernmental, you will play a key leadership role in shaping NSW’s position in national forums, including the Murray–Darling Basin, and influence complex policy negotiations with Commonwealth, state and territory partners.

About the Role

You will lead the development and negotiation of intergovernmental water policy and provide high-level, evidence-based advice to senior executives and Ministers.

This is a strategic and influential role requiring strong policy capability, stakeholder management and negotiation expertise in complex and politically sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of NSW water policy positions for national and interjurisdictional forums
• Provide strategic advice to senior executives and the Minister on water policy and reform priorities
• Analyse legislation, agreements and policy frameworks to inform negotiation strategies
• Represent and coordinate NSW participation in intergovernmental forums and working groups
• Build and maintain strong relationships across government and with interstate and Commonwealth stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve policy outcomes aligned to NSW Government priorities
• Oversee the preparation of Cabinet submissions, public facing government submissions, briefing materials and correspondence
• Lead and develop a small team, including managing resources, priorities and performance

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Extensive experience delivering complex policy outcomes across multiple stakeholders
• Strong negotiation and influencing capability, particularly in intergovernmental settings
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret legislation and policy frameworks
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including preparing high-level briefings
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight timeframes
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving performance
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build trusted relationships across NSW and with other jurisdictions

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in public policy, public administration or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience implementing public sector policies, programs or reforms

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Policy Intergovernmental

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.

Applications close Tuesday 14 July at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Samantha McCallum via samantha.mccallum@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0437 322 454.

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.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 8275 1128 (please mention reference number 550873).

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