Looking to help shape NSW's impact on the challenges of our generation?
Join the Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group! Exciting opportunity to work closely with the Deputy Secretary - Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group as well as other senior executives, partner agencies across government, and the Minister's office. Permanent Ongoing position. Role based in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements.
Travel to CBD offices as needed. Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $161,614 to $179,232 + super and annual leave loading (Environment Officer Class 14). This is an excellent opportunity for an executive management professional to join our dedicated and dynamic leadership team.
We are seeking an experienced Executive Manager to support our Deputy Secretary in delivering our Group's strategic and operational objectives and initiatives whilst providing positive leadership and mentoring to their team.
About the role The Executive Manager provides high-level executive support and strategic advice to the Deputy Secretary, with a focus on enabling effective delivery of priority climate and energy transition actions across NSW.
They are responsible for leading initiatives on behalf of the Deputy Secretary which are often specialised, confidential and complex in nature.
They're also responsible for proactively managing a diverse range of critical issues, services, projects and reporting.
About you You are a highly organised strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail.
You bring a collaborative, proactive approach to issue identification and management.
You are committed to and engage in positive leadership and mentoring and live the cultural values of the organisation.
To be successful in the role, you will:
Develop and maintain effective and strategic relationships with the Deputy Secretary; and senior executives, partner agencies, Ministers' Offices, and other Executive Offices within the Department as the Deputy Secretary's representative. Communicate effectively with a range of critical internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Effectively identify contentious issues and risks to help the Deputy Secretary collaborate and respond having identified well-considered solutions. Have proven experience in senior stakeholder engagement, planning and project management. Successfully and positively lead and manage a small team in a high-volume, complex and fast-paced environment. Key knowledge and experience Knowledge, skills and experience at a senior level in Government protocols and procedures, including Cabinet and inter-government protocols and processes. Experience working in a senior executive support function and proven ability to exercise sound judgement, particularly in matters of great political sensitivity, strict confidentiality and/or potential controversy. Who we are The 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.
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.
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.
Apply Today! If you're excited by this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application.
Please include a copy of your resume (max.
3 pages) and cover letter (max.
2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role via the job ad platform.
Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 22 September 2024. Should you require further information about the role please contact Mark McGarry via .
We encourage people with disability to apply.
If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on (please include reference number 538174).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and for assistance in applying for a role.
Contact our Aboriginal People & Culture team at if you need further information or assistance.
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