RCS Coordinator

• Temporary full-time position, up to April 2027
• Location: Dubbo (other Central West LLS offices may be considered)
• Salary starting from $116,981pa + Super
• A rewarding opportunity for an organised, detail-oriented person to support meaningful NRM and sustainable agriculture projects and help demonstrate outcomes for communities and landscapes across the Central West.

Why We Need You!

As the RCS Coordinator, you’ll play a central role in delivering projects under the current phase of the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust in the Central West region. You will coordinate program reporting, support monitoring and evaluation activities, assist with project invoicing and payments, and work closely with project teams to ensure data, evidence, insights and records are well managed and used to inform sustainable agriculture and environmental outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone with project coordination, MERI, stakeholder engagement and reporting skills, who can translate complex information into clear, useful insights.

Our ideal candidate will be positive, solution-focused and able to work autonomously. They will take pride in producing accurate, well-organised and timely work.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

You’ll lead key NHT program requirements and support effective delivery of the RCS program, including:

• Participating in internal and external communities of practice, advisory groups and information-sharing forums.
• Leading the quarterly and annual reporting and short-term outcomes reporting process, including working with project managers to complete the report and store evidence.
• Assisting Project Managers to implement the Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Improvement (MERI) Framework.
• Updating the supporting plans associated with the projects annually.
• Maintaining accurate records, registers, evidence and program documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Supporting compliance with Work Health and Safety requirements.

Essential requirements

• A degree in agricultural, environmental, natural resource management, biosecurity, or emergency management, or equivalent industry knowledge and experience.
• Current NSW Driver Licence with the ability and willingness to travel.
• Willingness to undergo a police check and medical clearance.

Applying is Easy!

To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (approx. 4 pages) and a cover letter (approx. 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role.

If you require further information, please contact Tanya Muccillo at [email protected] or via 0427 977 526.

The role description can be found here.

Application closing date: Sunday 23rd August 2026 @ 11.55pm AEST

Recruitment Adjustments

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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.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible - a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

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

Additional Information

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.

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.