Senior Program Officer

• Work on a diverse portfolio of strategic and high-impact projects that contribute to meaningful organisational outcomes
• Two X Temporary full-time roles up to 2 years, 35 hours per week
• Based in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 138,454 to $ 152,686 + super & leave loading

As a Senior Program Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of strategic projects and programs across the organisation. Working closely with project teams, business stakeholders and senior leaders, you will help strengthen project governance, enhance delivery capability, and provide the frameworks, tools and insights that enable projects to achieve their intended outcomes.

We are recruiting for two Senior Program Officer positions, each supporting a key aspect of the PMO function:

• Project Reporting & Governance – focused on portfolio and project reporting, governance processes, RAID management, performance monitoring and delivery insights.
• Budget Reporting & Project Financial Management – focused on project budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, variance reporting and scenario planning.

This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with experience supporting complex projects, programs or PMO functions. You will enjoy bringing structure to complexity, analysing information, identifying opportunities for improvement and contributing to the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio.

Reporting to the Manager, PMO & Governance, you will work across multiple initiatives, build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and delivery excellence, helping to achieve meaningful organisational outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in a PMO, project governance, project management, project controls or portfolio delivery environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, governance frameworks and delivery best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organisation.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple activities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving continuous improvement through the development and implementation of effective processes, tools and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and practical solutions.
• Experience supporting project reporting, financial reporting, governance forums, compliance activities and decision-making processes.
• Well-developed communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise and actionable insights.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts or procurement activities will be highly regarded.
• A proactive, collaborative and outcomes-focused approach, with a passion for enabling successful project delivery and organisational improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related discipline, with preferred professional certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) that demonstrates advanced competency in project delivery frameworks and methodologies.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Program Officer

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) work to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

If you are excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume (max 3 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Should you require further information about the role please contact hiring manager Neet Chauhan, A/ Manager PMO & Governance via neeti.chauhan@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool will be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability  
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Nivya Shetty on 02 9585 6607or via nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au(please mention reference number 551699). 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.  

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Advertised: 17 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 02 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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