- Temporary full-time position, up to June 2026
- Location: Dubbo (other Central West LLS offices will be considered)
- Salary starting from $113,574pa + super
- A great opportunity for someone with exceptional organisation skills who thrives in a collaborative environment!
TO EXCEL IN THIS POSITION, YOU’LL NEED EXPERIENCE IN:
- Project Coordination: Ability to efficiently lead and coordinate various program requirements, ensuring the successful delivery of the National Heritage Trust program.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to conduct workshops, engage with internal and external stakeholders, and maintain productive relationships with Australian Government Departments.
- Strategic Planning: Capability to maintain the currency of natural resource management planning, prioritise management actions, and actively participate in communities of practice and advisory groups.
- Financial Management: Proficiency in managing budgets, overseeing project invoicing and financial procedures, and providing guidance on procurement and contract management.
- Community Collaboration: Skills to support and plan for community participation in project delivery, fostering a collaborative approach and ensuring active involvement.
- Communication and Reporting: Ability to deliver effective project communication activities and support Project Managers in implementing the Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Improvement (MERI) Framework.
- Relationship Management: Establishing and maintaining a productive, cooperative, and ongoing relationship with Australian Government Departments, acting as a key liaison contact.
- Governance and Compliance: Ensuring appropriate governance frameworks are maintained, meeting performance criteria, and ensuring compliance with Grants Guidelines.
- Record-Keeping: Meticulous attention to detail in maintaining records, key registers, and program documentation, adhering to record-keeping standards.
- Safety Compliance: Commitment to maintaining Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements, ensuring a safe working environment.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A degree in agricultural, environmental, natural resource management, biosecurity, or emergency management, or equivalent industry knowledge and experience.
- Current NSW Driver Licence with the ability and willingness to travel.
- Willingness to undergo a police check and medical clearance.
ABOUT US: TOGETHER, WE ARE DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team