Manager Policy RRC Program at DCCEEW NSW

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

173174.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Policy Development, Legislative Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Intergovernmental Negotiation, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Brief Writing, Research, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Environmental Management, Water Resource Management, Reporting, Government Liaison, Project Management, Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to the protect the state’s environment and heritage. * Internal expression of interest * Temporary (Up to December 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity * Office location Parramatta, Albury, Riverina, or another NSW regional location by negotiation. * Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173.174 + super Our Reconnecting River Country Program team within Water Group is currently seeking to appoint a Manager Policy on a temporary basis up to 31 December 2026. The Manager, Policy leads a small team delivering policy advice and implementation strategies for the Reconnecting River Country Program. The role works closely with senior executives and state and Commonwealth agencies to analyse legislation, prepare briefs, and support complex intergovernmental negotiations. The team operates in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment focused on evidence‑based policy, integrity, and achieving sustainable water outcomes for regional NSW. About the role * Lead, manage and develop a team in the formulation, coordination and liaison of policies and implementation strategies to support program delivery * Provide clear policy advice to support communications and engagement * Coordinate legal input to ensure aligned and effective policy development * Support interagency and committee engagement on policy matters * Contribute to stakeholder engagement activities as required * Analyse legislation to inform policy positions * Build strong relationships across DCCEEW, related state and Commonwealth agencies and stakeholders * Deliver robust, evidence-based reporting and documentation * Communicate complex policy issues to a wide range of stakeholders and provide concise, high-quality advice to senior executives and the Minister What we are looking for We’re keen to hear from candidates who bring: * Proven experience developing and delivering complex public policy, ideally in water, environmental or natural resource management, or intergovernmental contexts. * Strong capability to analyse legislation and intergovernmental agreements, synthesise evidence, and provide clear, defensible advice to senior executives and Ministers. * Highly developed research, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple policy and project priorities simultaneously. * Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce concise, clear and high‑quality briefs and papers for senior executive and Ministerial audiences. * Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders across jurisdictions and communicate complex and sensitive issues clearly. * A proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across government and with external partners. * Sound judgment, integrity and resilience under pressure. * A collaborative leadership style that supports and develops team members while navigating change and competing priorities in a fast‑paced policy environment. For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Policy [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt4lzpwSsVH48kutFVqxLuUwEklH1EubFzCtWLXiMGSCn8j7YRogSFkEQJBxFEAQwe7yVsQ6DCUBzisuDfzw4ripe0Gr4SaEzTHhdplILIaPw7ONQVqbIc3_i-y_4u4qXOXcpHGHEc5ZCmiYP8xz9-2Q%7e%7e] 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 note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Applications close Wednesday 17 June at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Michelle Cavallaro via Michelle.Cavallaro@dcceew.nsw.gov.au [Michelle.Cavallaro@dcceew.nsw.gov.au] or on 0412861767 Looking for more information or assistance in applying? * Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. [https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dcceew/work-us#toc-inclusion-and-belonging] * How we encourage and support people with disability [https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/equity-and-diversity/disability-employment/employee-support] * Information and adjustments for individual needs [https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/campaign/adjustments-for-individual-needs] for the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au [dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au] or contacting Celia Luis on 02 4904 2746 (please mention reference number 550835). 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Responsibilities

Lead a small team in developing policy advice and implementation strategies for the Reconnecting River Country Program. Coordinate with senior executives and government agencies to analyze legislation and support complex intergovernmental negotiations.