Join the NSW Reconstruction Authority in a key role supporting public infrastructure reconstruction!
Multiple ongoing, full-time roles available with flexible location across NSW Reconstruction Authority offices by negotiation, and flexible working arrangements.
Clerk Grade 7/8; Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super.
Are you passionate about supporting community recovery and ensuring transparency in public programs? The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking up to 4x Reconstruction Claims & Assurance Officers to join our Reconstruction Coordination team. These roles play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of funding submissions and claims, supporting councils and delivery partners in their reconstruction efforts.
About the role
As a Reconstruction Claims & Assurance Officer, you’ll contribute to the smooth operation of regional reconstruction programs by providing informal quality assurance, tracking project progress, and supporting internal coordination. Your work will help ensure funding submissions are complete, compliant, and aligned with program requirements. In this role, you’ll:
Support regional coordination teams by informally reviewing council funding submissions and claims, ensuring accuracy and alignment with program guidelines.
Maintain detailed claim verification records and monitor project progress to support robust reporting and assurance.
Help streamline internal workflows for claims tracking and stakeholder engagement, keeping operations smooth and responsive.
Prepare briefings and provide clear, timely information to councils, delivery partners, and stakeholders.
Uphold strong documentation and data management standards to support effective project delivery.
Assist in developing guidance materials and templates to help councils meet funding and documentation requirements
Liaise with councils and agencies to clarify expectations and facilitate the flow of information
Analyse claim and project data to identify trends, gaps, or anomalies that inform assurance processes and program oversight
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About You
You are detail-oriented, analytical, and take pride in delivering high-quality work in a dynamic environment. You demonstrate initiative and autonomy in decision-making and enjoy balancing technical accuracy with practical problem-solving.
You’ll bring:
A working understanding of infrastructure delivery and/or government grant programs
Familiarity with local government operations or funding processes
Experience in project management, project administration, or documentation coordination roles
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A proactive and collaborative approach to supporting recovery efforts
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in engineering, quantity surveying, finance, or a related discipline, and/or relevant professional experience in infrastructure recovery or funding assessment
Demonstrated experience in managing or supporting infrastructure projects, funding submissions, or documentation processes
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
Include a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 14th Thursday August 2025 at 11:55PM.
For further information about the role please contact Rowan Howarth, Director Infrastructure Coordination via [email protected].
A recruitment 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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
Please contact [email protected] if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application.
