• Job Description

  Req#: req40366

  The Cabinet Office

  Assistant Analyst

  You. At the centre of big ideas.

  • Are you passionate about working across a range of priorities to develop policy advice and proposals that drive government priorities and contribute to meaningful public outcomes?
  • Are you motivated by a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to collaborate with a range of stakeholders while providing high-level administrative, policy and project support?
  • We are looking for policy professionals to fill two Assistant Analyst roles in the Health, Education and Intergovernmental Relations Branch in The Cabinet Office.
  • 1 Ongoing role, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD
  • 1 Temporary role until December 2025 based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD
  • Clerk Grade 5/6. Salary Package includes base salary ($97,027 - $107,059) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

  Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for the Temporary role for a period up to December 2025, or the Ongoing role.
  
  About the Role
  Assistant Analysts support their teams to develop high quality policy analysis and advice for senior executives/the Premier and Cabinet on a range of issues. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to important social policy and intergovernmental relations issues to deliver outcomes for the people of NSW.
  
  The role involves: research and analysis to inform policy advice and proposals; reviewing key documents such as Cabinet submissions and meeting papers; high-level administrative, policy and project support; building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and preparation of briefing and correspondence.
  
  We have an ongoing opportunity in the Intergovernmental Relations team. The Assistant Analyst would work on key intergovernmental issues across economic and environmental policy, as well as supporting the work of the broader team.
  
  We also have a temporary opportunity in the Health and Education team. The Assistant Analyst would work on Aboriginal reform and Closing the Gap policy issues, as well as supporting the work of the broader team.

  To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.
  
  About the Team
  The Health, Education and Intergovernmental Relations Branch covers health, education, early childhood policy, skills, disability reform, and leads engagement with the Commonwealth and other states and territories.
  
  The Intergovernmental Relations team leads on strategic advice to Government on high priority intergovernmental policy matters and negotiations. The team supports the Premier’s and senior executive participation in intergovernmental fora, including National Cabinet, as well as international engagements.
  
  The Aboriginal reform team provides expert policy advice to the NSW Premier and NSW Cabinet on Aboriginal reform, including Closing the Gap initiatives, to help ensure Government achieves outcomes for Aboriginal people and Aboriginal communities in NSW.The team works alongside Aboriginal Affairs NSW to help drive Government's Aboriginal reform agenda, focused on transforming the relationship with Aboriginal people and supporting self-determination.

  A bit about you

  • You are eager to make a difference to the communities of NSW, are solutions-focused, work well under pressure, and can adapt to competing demands and changing priorities.
  • You are able to conduct thorough research, analyse complex data, and synthesise findings into clear, concise reports.
  • You have strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to evaluate various policy options and proposals.
  • You have strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, briefs, and correspondence that are accurate and meet quality standards.
  • You have experience managing or contributing to projects, including ensuring timely delivery and managing project deliverables.
  • You have the ability and experience to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders both internally (within the public sector) and externally (with other government agencies, organisations, or the public).
  • You have appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent, relevant professional experience and training.

  Why work for The Cabinet Office?
  Leading policy, strategy and integrity from the heart of government
  The Cabinet Office (TCO) enables robust Cabinet decision-making by ensuring policies and proposals submitted for consideration are of the highest quality and in line with government priorities.
  We lead policy, strategy and Integrity at the heart of government.
  Imagine your career at the your career at the TCO and learn more about the department.

  Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($97,027 - $107,059) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
  
  Closing date: Friday 14 March 2025 (09:59 AM)
  
  How to Apply
  Your application should include:

  • a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages).
  • an up-to-date resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).

  The selection process may include a range of assessment techniques to assist hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role.
  
  You can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact pct@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au
  
  Learn more
  For enquiries regarding this role, please contact the hiring manager Morgan Johansen on email morgan.johansen@tco.nsw.gov.au

  Our Commitment
  The Cabinet Office acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past, present and future. 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, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.

• About the company

  Premier of NSW and Member for Willoughby

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