Senior Policy & Project Officer - Intellectual Property

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary role for 12 months
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
• Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary from $129,464 up to $142,665 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Policy & Project Officer to deliver strategic advice, policy analysis, and project support across a diverse portfolio of intellectual property, commercialisation, and contract initiatives. In this role, you will guide senior executive decision-making on complex IP, licensing, and equity matters while proactively monitoring economic, industry, and agricultural trends to mitigate risks and protect the Department's interests. A highly collaborative professional, you will build strong partnerships across government, research institutions, and industry to ensure commercially sound outcomes, while actively contributing to strategic plans, governance frameworks, and systems that optimise asset management aligned with NSW Government priorities.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary degree or qualification in Law, public policy, Intellectual Property , business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record in project and program management within complex government, research, or commercial sectors.
• Strong understanding of IP, commercialisation, and contract frameworks, ideally in agriculture or innovation.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with a focus on writing high-quality executive briefs and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to dissect complex data to deliver practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Exceptional relationship management skills with a proven ability to influence and collaborate.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Krista Mentjox on 0447 110 058 or email krista.mentjox@dpird.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Thursday, 25 June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.  Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

About Us

Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

  The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.