Project Officer, Events

New South Wales Premier's Department – Sydney CBD NSW Make a real difference by leading high‑impact events that celebrate and revitalise Aboriginal languages 1 x Ongoing full‑time opportunity within Aboriginal Languages Trust Clerk grade 7/8 ($113,574 – $125,720), based in Mascot NSW About the Role You will join the Aboriginal Languages Trust branch within the Premiers Department. The Aboriginal Languages Trust is an agency committed to promoting, nurturing and growing Aboriginal languages across NSW. We work in genuine partnership with Aboriginal communities, the Trust Board and government to deliver long‑term, strategic outcomes in language revitalisation. The Project Officer, Events focuses on project management, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The role also involves monitoring outcomes, collaborating with internal and external partners, and ensuring compliance with work health and safety and diversity requirements. To learn more about the role please review the Role Description. We’re Looking For Event Coordination and Project Management: Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver complex events, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and leadership direction. Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated success in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including Aboriginal communities, government agencies, and partner organisations. Communication and Marketing Support: Ability to develop and deliver clear, engaging written content tailored to diverse audiences, including Aboriginal communities, government stakeholders, and the general public. Monitoring and Evaluation: Skills in monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on project and event outcomes to inform future operational decisions and continuous improvement. We value diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply. Why Join Us Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert‑led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities Work‑Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non‑executive roles) based on a 35‑hour standard week Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives Inclusive Culture: Staff‑led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network How to Apply Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including: A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages) A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages) Salary: Classification Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574 – $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading. Hiring Manager: Cindy Hamilton, A/ Manager Operations and Governance **************@alt.nsw.gov.au About the Premier's Department Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole‑of‑government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department. Our Commitment We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities. The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country. Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre‑screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at ***@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager. Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18‑month period. This is an Identified role under the Section 14d of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti‑discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria: is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community #J-18808-Ljbffr