Assistant Project Officer

About this role

Assistant Project Officer Division: Revenue NSW Clerk Grade: 5/6 Salary: $102,936 - $113,579 + Superannuation Employment Type: Temporary (Full time), up to 30 June 2028 Location: Any Revenue NSW location (Parramatta, Gosford, Maitland, Wollongong, Lithgow) Applications Close: Monday 3rd of August 2026 [at 9:59am] About the team The Strategy, Projects & Support team in Taxes & Grants are tasked with supporting the Executive Director’s office and business units across the division to deliver a range of strategic functions that enhance engagement, improve business operations, build capability and support effective executive communications. The team is responsible for leading a structured and collaborative approach to keep the Executive Director’s office well-informed and equipped to drive key objectives efficiently. Your day-to-day In this role, your day-to-day work will involve supporting the delivery of projects through a mix of coordination, analysis and stakeholder engagement. You will monitor project progress against plans and milestones, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute research and analysis to inform project decisions and briefings. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you will provide updates on project status, respond to enquiries, and help coordinate activities to keep delivery on track. You will also support the practical implementation of project plans, identify and escalate issues where required, and adapt to competing priorities and tight timeframes. Additionally, the role includes providing administrative and secretariat support, such as coordinating meetings, preparing papers and ensuring effective follow-through on actions, to enable successful project outcomes. To be successful in this role you will have the following: * Extensive and current Taxes & Grants product knowledge, with demonstrated experience working across all Taxes & Grants business units. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines. * Demonstrated ability to support project delivery, including monitoring milestones, tracking progress and maintaining accurate documentation. * Well-developed communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear written materials and provide timely updates to stakeholders. * Experience undertaking research and basic analysis to inform decision making, project planning and briefing materials. * A collaborative approach, working effectively within team environments and building positive relationships with stakeholders. * High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency across project documentation, reporting and records. * Initiative and adaptability to identify issues, support problem solving and adjust priorities to ensure project outcomes are achieved. What will your day involve? * Monitor project timelines, milestones and deliverables to ensure activities are on track and aligned with agreed plans. * Update and maintain project documentation, records and reporting to support effective governance and compliance. * Undertake research and basic analysis to contribute to project briefs and support informed decision making. * Support the implementation of project plans, working closely with team members to deliver agreed outcomes. * Communicate with stakeholders to provide updates, respond to enquiries and coordinate project activities. * Provide administrative and secretariat support, including organising meetings, preparing papers and tracking actions. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible team player who will bring their extensive Taxes & Grants experience to lead and support initiatives that promote and communicate the value of Taxes & Grants across Revenue NSW and DCS. What we need from you:To apply, please attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and capabilities. For enquiries regarding these positions, please contact Fiona Renton at Fiona.Renton@revenue.nsw.gov.au Salary Grade 5/6, with the base salary for this role starting at $102936 base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Amber Ellis via Amber.Ellis@customerservice.nsw.gov.au. Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description. A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role. Closing Date: Monday 3rd of August 2026 [9:59am] Careers at Department of Customer Service A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state. Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here. We provide adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates, including individuals with disability. 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