Project Governance Officer

• Excellent opportunity to provide project governance support for high profile and impactful adaptation and mitigation programs of work. 

• Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 June 2026 

• Role based in Parramatta/Sydney (other locations negotiable), with a fantastic hybrid working environment.   

• Clerk Grade 7/8, Salary relative to experience ($110,266 to $122,058) + super  

About the role 

Reporting to the Manager, Engagement in the Disaster Adaptation Planning & Engagement team, you’ll play a pivotal role coordinating key project governance, communication and stakeholder engagement activities undertaken by the team to support the implementation of the State Disaster Mitigation Plan (SDMP) and Disaster Adaptation Plans (DAPs).  

Your responsibilities will encompass a diverse range of tasks to support disaster risk reduction, from managing mailboxes, governance for advisory and working groups, coordinating meetings and events, documenting actions/outcomes, creating engaging content for internal and external communications and project management support for engagement initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. 

What we’re looking for 

• Foundational knowledge and experience in managing project meeting governance. 

• Proven experience in a project or coordination role, ideally within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. 

• Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise competing demands effectively. 

• Ability to adapt and respond quickly in changing situations. 

• Problem-solving abilities, coupled with a proactive and solutions-oriented mind-set and positive attitude. 

• The ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate working groups and support governance. 

For more information read the full Role Description.  

If you experience any issues with viewing the role description, contact  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 role, please submit your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.   

Closing date: Tuesday, 20th May 2025 at 11:55pm  

Contact: Megan Mallin, Manager Engagement via megan.mallin@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 talent.acquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application.