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Project Officer Programs

Organisation / Entity: Treasury

Job category: Projects

Job location:
Sydney Region / Sydney - West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

Job reference number: 529668

Work type: Full-Time

Total remuneration package: Environment Officer Class 8

Closing date: 23/07/2023 - 11:55 PM

Are you keen to be part of a supportive and high-performing team in the Office of
Energy and Climate Change and NSW Treasury?

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The Office of Energy and Climate Change is currently seeking to appoint 2 Project
Officers to join the Sustainable Finance Team and 1 Project Officer to join our
Sustainable Government Team.

Employment Type: 3 X Temporary full-time roles until 30th June 2026, with the
possibility to ongoing

Work Location: Parramatta/Sydney, hybrid working options available

Classification / Grade / Band: Environment Officer Class 8

Hours Per Week: 35, flexible working options available

Remuneration: Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $103,961 to

$117,290 per annum plus Superannuation and Leave Loading

Additional Benefits: Salary Packaging and Fitness Passport available

Applications Close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 23rd July 2023

About the Teams

The NSW Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) and NSW Treasury are
collaborating to deliver a number of foundational sustainable finance-related projects
and net zero projects. The Sustainable Finance (SF) program is driven collaboratively
by the Sustainable Government Team and Strategic Balance Sheet Management
Division within Treasury.

The Sustainable Government Team works closely with Government Agencies in

enabling them to meet Government Resource Efficiency Policy (GREP) outcomes and
develop net zero pathways and broader sustainability strategies.

About the Roles

Are you keen to use your finance, environmental economics, policy, or other related
skills to contribute to the respective program teams below?

Sustainable Finance Program (2 roles)

The three current strategic Sustainable Finance Program initiatives are:

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Scope and undertake a climate vulnerability assessment of the NSW State

governments finances:

Scope and establish the NSW Government Sustainable Finance Centre

Identify the barriers and mitigation measures to enable investment in net zero
and nature-positive industries and activities.

In this role, you will support the Sustainable Finance Team Senior Project Officer:

In contributing to the delivery of several workstreams associated with the 3

projects above

In supporting the Head of the Sustainable Finance Programs with other

priorities and initiatives as they arise

By liaising with key stakeholders within Treasury and OECC

Key responsibilities include:

Contributing to scoping, planning, developing and implementing projects

consistent with the Sustainable Finance program’s role and priorities

Identifying relevant stakeholders, organising meetings, recording and

organising key information, coordinating with focus group experts, conducting
desktop research, providing input into relevant documents and other relevant
work as needed.

Managing project budget spending and monthly reporting requirements by

OECC

Sustainable Government Program (1 role)

You will work closely with the Senior Project Officer to improve stakeholder
relationships internally and externally. You will also work on projects as part of a
broader team committed to supporting Agencies in their net zero readiness and
climate change preparedness.

In this role, you will support the Senior Project Officer:

Developing net zero tools and guidance and providing stakeholder support to
enable government agencies to achieve net zero

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In managing the Sustainability and Resilience Community of Practice (S&R CoP)

and supporting the Government Resource Efficiency Policy (GREP) webinar

In stakeholder management strategy and policy stewardship

In organising and preparing the inaugural government agency conference in

March 2024. This is intended to be an annual event

Key responsibilities include:

Implementing the net zero tools and updating where required

Developing and implementing stakeholder engagement plan

Planning and organising the inaugural Government Agency Conference

Supporting projects consistent with the Net Zero program’s role and priorities

Providing excellent management of the S&R CoP, including secretariat and

governance support

Participating in government agency working groups on net zero and

sustainability strategies

About you

To be successful in these roles you will have demonstrated experience in one or more
of the following areas:

Efficient project management skills: coordination, procurement, reporting, etc.

Ability to capture and structure information from meetings and workshops in a

comprehensive and clear manner

Coordination with multiple stakeholders, oversee the organisation of meetings

Excellent communication written and spoken

Ability to adapt to an evolving project environment

Tertiary education in one or more of these disciplines including engineering,

finance, economics, science

Key challenges

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Understanding issues impacting program objectives and deliverables within a

high paced and evolving work program

Managing competing demands and priorities and escalating issues when

required

Dealing with diverse stakeholders and responding promptly to contentious or

time sensitive issues, considering their varying expectations/viewpoints and
interests to deliver collaborative outcomes

Desirable requirements

Experience in agile project design and delivery

Background or interest in climate risk, sustainability, finance, and economics

Stakeholder engagement

About Us

The Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) was established in the Treasury
Cluster in April 2022 and consists of the Energy, Climate Change & Sustainability
(ECCS) and the Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo).

The NSW Government is committed to maintaining a strong economy, improving the

quality of life for the people of NSW and protecting the environment. That’s why our
objective is to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 by creating new jobs, cutting
household costs and attracting investment.

The Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) brings together a range of functions
including climate change, sustainability, resilience and adaptation, renewable energy
and energy security, waste management and resource recovery, and environmental
and mine safety regulation. The work of the group is supported by centres of
excellence in science; policy and strategy; and data analytics and insights and is
located within the NSW Treasury cluster.

About NSW Treasury

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NSW Treasury’s vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies

for the people of New South Wales. 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 seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and
knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions

are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. NSW Treasury
supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share
and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and
welcome applications from all.

Visit the NSW Treasury website for further information about our structure and
functions.

Talent Pool

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool
represents a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable
for this role or similar roles and who may be considered for a range of similar roles,
including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

How to Apply!

Please note, the Department of Planning & Environment (DPE) currently provides
recruitment services to NSW Treasury in support of the Office of Energy and Climate
Change.

Submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform which should
ideally include:

An up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in

relation to the role.

A cover letter that explains your alignment with the Key Knowledge &
Experience and Essential Requirements as shown in this attached role
description.

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Contact in confidence

Should you require further information about the roles please contact Antony Sprigg
via antony.sprigg@treasury.nsw.gov.au for sustainable finance related queries or
Prema Govender Prema.Govender@environment.nsw.gov.au for sustainable
government questions

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment within the NSW Treasury, candidates
must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia. If
the advertisement relates to a temporary role, we may consider a temporary visa with
unrestricted working rights and validity covering the duration of the temporary
engagement.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Flexibility

NSW Treasury is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve through an

inclusive and flexible workplace.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural
backgrounds. See here for more information.

People with a disability are supported to access adjustments in recruitment

processes and the workplace. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment
process, we welcome hearing from you.

Close of applications: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 23rd July 2023

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