TOGETHER WE SHAPE THRIVING COMMUNITIES, PUBLIC SPACES, PLACES AND ECONOMIES.

• Be the voice that turns vision into impact—where your leadership creates lasting change
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta preferred with other NSW locations considered upon application. Flexible working is supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $145,378.00 to $168,130.00 plus super

ABOUT US

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

THE ROLE

As the Manager Diversity & Inclusion, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a culture that reflects the rich diversity of NSW. You’ll lead a passionate team that delivers inclusive programs and frameworks, grounded in best practice and aligned with government objectives and community expectations. From designing strategic policy and overseeing employee-led reference groups to evaluating the impact of inclusion initiatives, you will turn vision into meaningful, measurable action across the department.
You will guide the implementation of diversity and inclusion strategies, working closely with the broader department to embed these into our core functions. With your expertise and awareness of emerging themes, you’ll inform innovative approaches to workplace inclusion while balancing contrasting views and navigating complex stakeholder relationships. You’ll be a trusted advisor, helping managers and leaders connect diversity with business outcomes, and driving organisational change to ensure everyone feels seen, valued and supported.
For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Proven leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve shared goals.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Deep understanding of inclusive workforce practices and the ability to translate strategy into workplace impact across complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from ideation to execution, balancing competing priorities while fostering collaboration across diverse audiences.
• Experienced in developing governance frameworks and driving cultural transformation through policy, data insights and employee engagement.
• Confident in navigating sensitive conversations and differing perspectives to achieve shared inclusion outcomes.
• Skilled in using research and metrics to evaluate and continuously improve diversity and belonging initiatives.
• Able to lead cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external community stakeholders to amplify inclusion in both service delivery and workplace culture.