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Department of Education
Reference number
12925-44072795
Occupation
Advisory
Work type
Location
Sydney - Inner West
Salary Information
Closing date
15 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Policy Officer
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
2 x Ongoing Full-Time
Start date 01 June 2026
Located in Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements available
Competitive salary of $113,574 - $125,720 pa plus superannuation and leave loading
About the role
The Policy Officer role coordinates and undertakes policy development, providing analysis and advice to support agency and/or government policy initiatives and commitments.
The role sits within the Policy and Business Strategy (PBS) team in the School Infrastructure (SI) division. PBS provides strategic policy and project advice to support operational development and SI division strategic initiatives. PBS also works with other divisions across the Department of Education (DoE) to ensure work is coordinated and aligned with Our Plan for Public Education and other department objectives.
As an integral support for the successful delivery of policy development, team projects and business as usual activities, the Policy Officer role requires strategic policy expertise and knowledge to perform policy development activities such as research, analysis, supporting the preparation of briefings and submissions, strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, in alignment with set goals and objectives. PBS policy work is often undertaken in collaboration with key stakeholders from across not only School Infrastructure, but across all divisions of DoE, affording the opportunity to build highly valuable corporate knowledge, skills and relationships.
For further information please
About you -
Expertise and experience in strategic policy development, implementation and review.
Strong written communication skills and experience in preparing briefings and documents in Plain-English.
Experience in coordinating and supporting key stakeholder engagement activities.
Understanding of NSW Cabinet practices, including review processes and confidentiality requirements.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
Relevant qualifications and/or experience, preferably gained through the completion of a business-related tertiary qualification and supplemented by practical experience in a diverse and complex operating environment.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and respond to the following targeted question (200-300 words):
Target question: Give an example of a written communication you have completed in order to recommend a course of action. Describe your approach and the outcome.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Natasha Tsafis at [email protected]
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
Reference number
12925-44072795
Occupation
Advisory
Work type
Location
Sydney - Inner West
Salary Information
Closing date
15 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Policy Officer
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
2 x Ongoing Full-Time
Start date 01 June 2026
Located in Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements available
Competitive salary of $113,574 - $125,720 pa plus superannuation and leave loading
About the role
The Policy Officer role coordinates and undertakes policy development, providing analysis and advice to support agency and/or government policy initiatives and commitments.
The role sits within the Policy and Business Strategy (PBS) team in the School Infrastructure (SI) division. PBS provides strategic policy and project advice to support operational development and SI division strategic initiatives. PBS also works with other divisions across the Department of Education (DoE) to ensure work is coordinated and aligned with Our Plan for Public Education and other department objectives.
As an integral support for the successful delivery of policy development, team projects and business as usual activities, the Policy Officer role requires strategic policy expertise and knowledge to perform policy development activities such as research, analysis, supporting the preparation of briefings and submissions, strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, in alignment with set goals and objectives. PBS policy work is often undertaken in collaboration with key stakeholders from across not only School Infrastructure, but across all divisions of DoE, affording the opportunity to build highly valuable corporate knowledge, skills and relationships.
For further information please
About you -
Expertise and experience in strategic policy development, implementation and review.
Strong written communication skills and experience in preparing briefings and documents in Plain-English.
Experience in coordinating and supporting key stakeholder engagement activities.
Understanding of NSW Cabinet practices, including review processes and confidentiality requirements.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
Relevant qualifications and/or experience, preferably gained through the completion of a business-related tertiary qualification and supplemented by practical experience in a diverse and complex operating environment.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and respond to the following targeted question (200-300 words):
Target question: Give an example of a written communication you have completed in order to recommend a course of action. Describe your approach and the outcome.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Natasha Tsafis at [email protected]
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
