Policy and Insights Officer

• Temporary opportunity until May 2027 (maternity leave cover)
• Full-time hours (35 hours/week)
• Office Location – Parramatta, other NSW locations considered
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

• →Data analytical skills and experience in analysing data from multiple sources to provide meaningful reports. Stakeholder liaison expertise; project management skills
• →Proficiency in statistics, data manipulation software and languages (Microsoft Excel, R, Python or similar), and data visualisation (PowerBI, Tableau or similar).
• →High-level written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills, with the ability to work with diverse professionals in a collaborative environment.
• →High level administrative skills to develop and maintain clear and thorough project documentation to support informed decision-making.
• →Enjoys autonomy and demonstrates proficiency in working independently, taking initiative, and making decisions. 
• →Team player with the ability to thrive in a multi-skilled team environment.
• →Experience in the cemetery and crematoria sector is highly regarded.

• Tertiary qualifications in public policy or relevant field and/or demonstrated equivalent experience.

About us
CCNSW is part of the Crown Lands and Public Spaces Group located within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI). DPHI improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.


Join us
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 11.55pm on Tuesday 19^th May 2026.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Tom Drury on Thomas.drury@cemeteries.nsw.gov.au.

To enhance your account security, PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step by step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1.

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

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) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

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

Advertised: 06 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 19 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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