Senior Project Officer

Senior Project Officer - Natural Hazard Risk

• Exciting opportunity to support NSW Communities through natural hazard risk reduction plans. 

• Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 June 2026. 

• Role based in Lismore/Northern Rivers, with hybrid working environment.   

• Clerk Grade 9/10, Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + super.

About the role 

The Senior Project Officer will support the delivery of a regionally scaled risk assessment and analysis of risk reduction options, to inform the development of  the Northern Rivers Disaster Adaptation Plan (DAP). Key activities they will work on include: 

• research and analysis of natural hazard and exposure information for the Northern Rivers, including existing policies, plans and strategies to address hazard risks 

• supporting the development and review of the qualitative and quantitative risk assessment for the Northern Rivers DAP 

• research and preparation of written hazard exposure and risk information , to inform key stages of the NR DAP and associated reports and outputs 

• the prioritisation and analysis of risk reduction strategies and actions for inclusion in the NR DAP and associated reports and outputs 

• consultation activities with subject matters experts, agencies and councils to support the preparation of the Northern Rivers DAP. 

What we’re looking for 

High calibre candidates will have strong experience in: 

• Environmental or natural hazard risk management, including the development of strategic plans, strategies or actions to mitigate risks 

• Researching and analysing information, including spatial data, relating to environmental or natural hazard risk management 

• The preparation of high quality, well researched reports and other written material 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and complex government environment 

• Strong communications skills who can interact with internal and external stakeholders 

• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities and tasks. 

• High level of autonomy and is accountable for the delivery of work assignments and projects on time, and to expectations in terms of quality, deliverables and outcomes. 

• Acts independently to determine day-to-day priorities, negotiate matters related to area of responsibility and makes decisions in relation to the quality of work outcomes. 

For more information read the full Role Description.  

If you experience any issues with viewing the role description, contact Kathy Le via Kathy.Le@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.  

About the Agency  
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster. 

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders. 
 
 

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers: 

• Flexible working practices 

• Contemporary workspaces and technology 

• Access to learning and development opportunities 

• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app) 

• Workforce that values inclusion 

• Competitive pay and conditions 

• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW 

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.  

Applications close Thursday 6 March 2025 at 11:55PM. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Catherine Knight, Manager Natural Hazard and Climate Risk via Catherine.Knight@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.  

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. 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying? 

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.  

Please contact people@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application.