Job Reference: 341669904

You. At the centre of big ideas.

We’re looking for…

• an all-rounder – experienced policy, project and governance professionals who enjoy and excel in doing a variety of work in a high-volume and dynamic work environment where no two days are the same.
• natural collaborators and strategic thinkers with the ability to manage multiple projects with competing timeframes, set priorities, meet deadlines and work as part of a high performing team.

You’ll be…

• leading a small team and providing expert support and advice to the highest levels of government in NSW to drive effective NSW Cabinet processes and decision-making; and
• making an impact by contributing to critical whole of government projects, ensuring operational delivery, tackling a wicked policy or project problem, and.

This is a temporary role, Clerk grade 11/12 (up to July 2025), based in Sydney CBD within the Cabinet team with the possibility of extension. 

About the role.

The Cabinet team has an opportunity for a motivated professional to join the team on a temporary basis, until July 2025 (with the possibility of extension).

The Associate Director, Cabinet, leads a team, oversees and manages the delivery of Cabinet and Committee operations, policy, systems and project work, and consultation and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The Associate Director, Cabinet provides well researched and high-level advice on a range of matters to the Premier, Ministers, the Secretary and Senior Executives.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

You. Our ideal candidate.

• You’re adaptable, resilient, and agile and can maintain a high level of professionalism when communicating with team members and other stakeholders.
• You’re experienced in leading and developing staff and supporting capability, process and systems optimisation and uplift.
• You’re experienced in designing and delivering policy and projects including the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing timeframes, set priorities, meet deadlines and work as part of a small team.?
• You’re highly organized and have an eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy. 
• You are solutions focused, have a history of working effectively and collaboratively in a high-volume and unpredictable work environment with strict deadlines and competing demands and priorities.
• You’re natural collaborator and strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects with competing timeframes.

About the Department

Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government

The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities.

We lead policy, strategy and Integrity at the heart of government.

Imagine your career at the TCO and learn more about the department.

About the Cabinet Team 

Your career, your way.

We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve. 

At the TCO, you get access to:

• flexible working arrangements
• inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
• flex leave
• great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
• employee support services
• fitness and well-being programs
• staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.

How to apply

To start your journey in becoming our new Associate Director, Cabinet, you’ll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include:

• a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).
• a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assessments, and we expect it will take up to 6–8 weeks.

Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($139,787 - $161,663) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Closing date: Sunday, 26 May 2024 (11:59 PM)

Approximate start date: Late June/ Early July

Learn more

For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Jessica Barton, 02 9228 3705, jess.barton@tco.nsw.gov.au

If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at support@iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or 1800 562 679.

Our commitment

The Cabinet Office 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.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.