Program Officer Grants Management

• Play a key role in administering and monitoring grants that support communities, public lands and places across NSW
• Collaborate with delivery teams, Aboriginal stakeholders and community partners to help achieve meaningful outcomes
• Temporary opportunity until 30 June 2028
• Location - Newcastle, Parramatta with other NSW DPHI office locations considered
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + superannuation

Help bring important community projects to life by supporting the administration and delivery of grant programs across NSW. You’ll coordinate grant documentation, monitor project progress, maintain accurate reporting and financial records, and work closely with delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure funding requirements are met.

As part of the Grants Delivery and Partnerships team within the Aboriginal Land Strategy directorate in Crown Lands, you’ll prepare briefs, reports and program information, follow up outstanding compliance and documentation requirements, and identify and escalate risks, delays and emerging issues. Working across a diverse portfolio, you’ll build productive stakeholder relationships and contribute practical feedback to improve grant management processes and support successful project delivery.

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and follow up on compliance, reporting and documentation requirements.
• An appreciation of Aboriginal cultures, communities and governance structures, with the ability to engage respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal stakeholders.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative environment and are comfortable interpreting policies, guidelines and procedures to support quality grant management outcomes.

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you'll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Apply today with your resume and cover letter.

Applications close: 11.55 Wednesday 11^th November 2026

For more information about the role, please contact Andrew Beach on 0460 338 484 or Andrew.beach@crownland.nsw.gov.au

A talent 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.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference "Request an Adjustment - Program Officer Grants Management and 553844”

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

Advertised: 28 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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