Climate Change Risk Officer (Clerk Grade 11/12)
Cabinet and Governance/ Governance Team
You. At the centre of big ideas.
Exceptional opportunity to work in a branch that sits right at the heart of the NSW Government.
- We’re looking for
o We’re looking for a natural collaborator to join DPC’s high-performing Governance team
o We’re looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for thinking and solving problems to do with climate change, environmental management, risk management, and organisational change
- You’ll be
o You’ll be leading climate change risk management for DPC
o You’ll make an impact by leading initiatives that embed innovative approaches to climate change risk management for DPC
- This is a full time Grade 11/12 role for a four-year term up to 28 February 2027.
About the role.
We have a 4-year fixed term opportunity available for Grade 11/12 Climate Change Risk Officer to join the Governance Team within the Cabinet and Governance Branch at DPC. The role provides strategic climate adaptation advice on the development and delivery of climate change adaptation and resilience initiatives to drive best practice across DPC.
To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
You. Our ideal candidate.
- You’re eager to make a difference to the communities of NSW
- You’re innovative and always looking for new ways to do things
- You’re adaptable, resilient and agile
Driving big ideas at the heart of government.
At the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC), we lead more than 400,000 people in the NSW Public Service to make our state a great place to live, work and visit.
We drive big ideas at the heart of government.
We support the Premier, Cabinet, Ministers, and other government agencies by getting things done. We deliver services and projects, lead policy development, organise key events for the state, and provide innovative ideas we put into action. Our work is challenging, rewarding and different every day.
We’re diverse and ambitious. We believe that we can accomplish great things when people bring their whole selves to work. We’re proud of what we do for the communities of NSW – communities that are reflected in our team.
Imagine your career at DPC and learn more about the department.
Your career, your way.
We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve.
At DPC, you get access to:
- flexible working arrangements
- inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching
- flex leave
- great learning and development opportunities and professional networks
- employee support services
- fitness and well-being programs
- staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, DPC Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network.
How to apply
To start your journey in becoming our new Climate Change Risk Officer role, you’ll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include:
- a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).
- a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Targeted Question 1
Describe a time when you were responsible for creating a business plan to meet your business unit’s goals. Describe how you developed it and what was the outcome?
Targeted Question 2
Provide an example of when you have led the development of a complex reform or initiative. How did you ensure effective project implementation? How did you engage relevant stakeholders to drive the project outcomes?
To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assessments, and we expect it will take up to 6–8 weeks.
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager.
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months.
Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($134,411 - $155,445) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Closing date: Friday 26 May 2023 (11:59 PM)
Approximate start date: June 2023
Learn more
For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Sarah Wyatt on 02 9228 4911, sarah.wyatt1@dpc.nsw.gov.au
If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, contact I Work for NSW Support at support@iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or 1800 562 679.
Our commitment
The NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.
Note: The Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) will be subject to machinery of government changes from 1 July 2023. These include the dissolution of DPC in its current form, and the creation of The Cabinet Office and a new Premier’s Department. Details of these changes are outlined in the Premier’s media release here.
