Job Description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Keeping conservation moving — one detail at a time
• Temporary part-time (21 hours per week) opportunity till 23rd April 2027
• Office location: Albury or Gundagai (or other BCT office in NSW upon negotiation and availability). Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $88,008 to $98,132 (Pro-rata) plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Join an organisation of friendly and professional staff that are passionate in conserving the biodiversity of land across NSW for future generations to enjoy.

This is a targeted role under GSE Act, Rule 26. All candidates are welcome to apply, however we will be prioritising those on a Refugee & Humanitarian (Migrant) (Class XB) VISA who have entered Australia in the last 5 years in our recruitment process. Please highlight in your application if you have this VISA type and date.

This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26, and you must have entered Australia on or after 1 December 2015 on a Refugee & Humanitarian (Migrant) (Class XB) to apply.

Please highlight in your application if you hold a Refugee & Humanitarian (Migrant) (Class XB) visa:

• Refugee subclass 200 visa
• In-country Special Humanitarian subclass 201 visa
• Global Special Humanitarian subclass 202 visa
• Emergency Rescue subclass 203 visa
• Women at Risk subclass 204

The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Program Support Officer to join our Murray Riverina Regional Delivery team. We are seeking someone who has the capability to deliver high quality administrative, contract management and business support services to the work group in a fast-paced, outcome focused environment. In addition, you will provide essential administrative support to the Regional Manager and the Murray Riverina Team.

About the role

As the Program Support Officer you will:

• Deliver high quality program support services to the workgroup including processing receipt of, acknowledgement of, and data entry of applications, reports and landholder communications; collation and drafting of correspondence; formatting of program documentation; financial administration support in relation to payments; receiving, sorting and prioritising incoming correspondence with a high level of accuracy.
• Implement systems that optimise efficiency and effectively manage and maintain accurate program information, including data entry, records management and reporting. Ensure information is stored in accordance with Open Government principles.
• Provide professional and timely logistical support to meetings, committees, working parties, workshops, information sessions and forums including invitations, venues, audio-visual equipment, travel arrangements, collation of materials for presentation, circulation of agendas and taking and distribution of minutes for meetings.
• Develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and information sharing and to direct enquiries appropriately
• Play a key role in work, health and safety systems by tracking and supporting field staff.

Key Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in project coordination or business support role, demonstrating administration and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, coupled with strong problem‑solving skills
• Prior government experience is desirable

For more information read the full Role Description: Program Support Officer

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.

The New South Wales Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) is a not-for-profit statutory body, established under Part 10 of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and managed by a Board appointed by the Minister for the Environment.

The Trust’s roles are to support and encourage landholders to enter into agreements to conserve and protect biodiversity on private land, guided by the government’s Biodiversity Conservation Investment Strategy; secure biodiversity offsets when developers choose to pay into the Biodiversity Conservation Fund; and other activities that promote greater awareness of, appreciation and understanding of, biodiversity and the importance of conserving it.

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

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS) and the BCT’s private land conservation (PLC) programs

The successful applicant for this role will be required to declare any conflict of interests related to the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme, as defined in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Conflict of Interests Protocol. This ensures the department is made aware of potential conflicts of interest so they can be appropriately managed.

Where an applicant has a high-risk “defined interest” in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme, they may be required to divest this interest before being employed by the department.

If you think you might have a conflict of interest related to the scheme, or you are unsure, please discuss this with the hiring manager.

The Department is committed to protecting the public interest and public trust in the exercise of its functions. These values, together with transparency and accountability, are integral to the administration of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme. For more information, please contact the hiring manager.

The BCT also has restrictions on staff participation in its funded PLC programs. No additional funding, beyond that already agreed to by the BCT, may be sought or approved during time as a BCT employee or for a 12-month period following termination of employment.

If you (or a close family member) participate in the BOS scheme or already hold a funded agreement with the BCT and require further information before submitting your application, please contact the hiring manager.

What we can offer you

The BCT is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. Here are some of our benefits:

• A great, friendly culture that cares about each other and the environment we work to protect
• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid, flexible work arrangements

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 Tuesday 14th April 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Dieuwer Reynders via dieuwer.reynders@bct.nsw.gov.au or 0437 574 703

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.

We encourage people with Refugee & Humanitarian (Migrant) status to apply. If you have require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number 548416) or contact Lila Snow on 02 9995 5095

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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