Senior AI & Innovation Officer
Shape smarter community outcomes through AI innovation and human-centred design
- Temporary full-time opportunityuntil 30 June 2027
- ParramattaOrangeor Newcastle office locationwith flexible working supported
- Salaryrelativeto experience and ranges from $133348 to $ super
In this role you will
Drive the discovery of AI digital and data opportunities that help shape thriving communities across NSW. Youll work with stakeholders to uncover real problems challenge solution bias and turn emerging ideas into meaningful outcomes that improve how services are designed and delivered.
This role works closely with business areas to identify shape and assess digital data and AI opportunities before investment decisions are made. By engaging stakeholders early facilitating discovery activities and translating complex requests into clear problems and outcomes this role helps ensure initiatives are aligned to strategic priorities evidence-based and set up for successful delivery.
Read the role description for more detail: Senior AI and Innovation Officer
About you
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to facilitate workshops translate complex concepts and produce clear concise documentation for diverse audiences.
- Strong problem-solving abilities using analytical thinking to define opportunities assess risks and develop evidence-based recommendations in ambiguous environments.
- Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders to achieve consensus and shape effective outcomes.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to manage competing priorities emerging technologies and changing business needs while delivering high-quality outcomes.
Essential
- Relevant industry certifications in artificial intelligence low-code application development cloud technologies Agiledeliveryor digital innovation (e.g. Microsoft Azure AI Microsoft Power Platform Scrum Master or equivalent).
About us
Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful this role youll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career supported by flexible work options impactful projects and a collaborative diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported connected and belongs.
Apply now
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Applications close Sunday 27th September 2026
For more information contact Ben Davies Director Technology & Governance at
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
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Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the role is subject to standard pre-employment checks including a criminal record check.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 133348 - 146945