Secretariat Officer Environmental Trust

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Exciting opportunity to support the NSW Environmental Trust Board
• Drive strong governance across Trust's Technical Review Committees
• Permanent ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hours per week
• Parramatta office location
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,292 to $134,587 pa + super (Environment Officer Class 8)

The Grants Branch is looking to appoint a highly organised and proactive Secretariat Officer to play a crucial governance role in supporting the Environmental Trust Board and its Technical Review Committees. This position provides high-level secretariat, governance, and administrative support for important Trust Board meetings. Additionally, the role aims to enhance accountability, transparency, and effective decision-making across the Trust's Technical Review Committees.

You will work closely with senior executives, committee chairs, and members to ensure the smooth and professional operation of Trust Board governance processes. This includes preparing the Trust Board meeting agenda, coordinating meeting papers, minutes, speaking notes, correspondence, and briefing materials. You will work with various teams within the Grants Branch to support committee-related processes and provide consistent advice and oversight for inquiries related to committee membership, member recruitment and committee operations in general.

About You
You are an organised, proactive, reliable, and trusted professional with a strong background in board and committee management, ideally in a governance or ministerial environment. You are confident working independently and autonomously, exercising sound judgement to plan, prioritise and deliver high-quality secretariat support within agreed timeframes and protocols. You are solutions- focused, bring a high level of integrity, discretion and ethical standards and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information and supporting senior decision- making forums.

For more information read the full Role Description: Secretariat Officer Environmental Trust

Who we are
The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works 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.

NSW 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.

NSW 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.

The Grants Branch sits within the Strategic Priorities and Coordination Division and supports the NSW Environmental Trust (Trust) in the administration and governance of grant programs, as well as NSW DCCEEW-funded Coastal, Estuary and Floods programs.

To Apply
If you are excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close 6 September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Darya Gurinovich, Senior Project Officer, Major Projects via darya.gurinovich@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 02 9995 615.

A recruitment pool may 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 with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
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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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 17161 (please mention reference number 552452).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.

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