Policy Officer

Policy Officer – Strategy, Planning and Innovation, Temporary until September 2027, Sydney
This role is a clerk grade salary Grade 7/8 with the base salary for this role starting at $116,981 - $129,492 base plus superannuation, commensurate with experience.
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About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Policy Officer working on the data centres and energy workstreams. As the Policy Officer, you will support the development of sound policy advice to government. Your work will directly contribute to key Infrastructure NSW products, including the State Infrastructure Strategy. Additionally, you will play a critical role in providing timely and strategic advice at the request of senior ministers and Infrastructure NSW leadership.
Some of the key accountabilities for the role include: Supporting the analysis of data centre and energy infrastructure issues to inform Infrastructure NSW’s advice to government. Undertaking research, including applying critical-thinking techniques, to support the development of policies and initiatives across a range of infrastructure topics covered in the 2022 State Infrastructure Strategy. Providing program management support to ensure the efficient operation of the workstream and coordination with other government agencies, including coordinating working groups and committee meetings. Supporting the development of a clear, accurate and timely advice to wide-ranging audiences, including written and verbal advice, and supporting the preparation of executive briefs, cabinet submissions and other collateral as requested by the manager.
About You We are seeking an individual with an understanding of infrastructure issues, including knowledge of NSW Government policies and the broader industry context. The ideal candidate will also hold tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and have demonstrated capacity to undertake analysis on complex infrastructure-related matters. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please refer to the role description.
For any questions regarding the recruitment please contact Stephanie Vale via email at peopleandculture@infrastructure.nsw.gov.au.
Why work for INSW?
Infrastructure NSW is a NSW Government agency providing independent, evidence based advice to Government in relation to infrastructure priorities and projects. Its functions and structure are set out in the Infrastructure NSW Act.
Our core functions include providing independent and strategic advice to ensure infrastructure investment decisions are underpinned by robust assessment and long-term planning; monitoring NSW’s infrastructure program through independent reviews and expert analysis; recommending infrastructure projects to the NSW Treasurer for funding from the Restart NSW fund; and managing the procurement and delivery of nominated priority projects.
We offer flexible working including hybrid options, and are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, providing employees challenging and rewarding work, opportunities for career progression, and learning and development. We offer our employees discounted gym membership, study assistance, salary packaging, and are conveniently located near Wynyard station in Sydney's newest waterfront precinct at Barangaroo.
Our commitment to diversity
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, and women. We endeavour to make all our roles flexible. While this role is advertised as full-time, we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly.
How to Apply!
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and no more than a one-page cover letter which addresses: How your skills and experience align with the Policy Officer role. The unique value you can bring to INSW if you are successful in this position. Closing Date: Thursday 27th August 2026 [9.59am]
Please note that applications received via email will not be considered. Please apply using the ‘Apply now’ link below.
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 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.
For general enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact People & Culture at peopleandculture@infrastructure.nsw.gov.au
For technical support, please contact support@iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or 1800 562 679