Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

NSW State Emergency Service

Reference number

493440

Occupation

Education and Training Officer, Emergency Response, Emergency Services Support

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Wollongong

Salary Information

Maximum TRP $142,503 (salary range $113,574 - $125,720. Total remuneration package includes salary plus employer's 12% contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Closing date

16 June 2026 at 11:55pm

Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator, Grade 7/8, Wollongong

• An exciting position in the People and Development Directorate supporting the Senior Manager Development Engagement and Performance
• Work in a volunteer-based agency supporting communities of NSW
• Join a dynamic team that encourages growth and development
• Play an active role in diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Full time ongoing role based in Wollongong with flexible work available

About the opportunity

The Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator will work collaboratively across NSW SES to develop, implement and report on a range of diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and programs for the NSW SES; including playing a pivotal role in driving, implementing and embedding the NSW SES Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Framework.

About the NSW SES

Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.

Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.

The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.

With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• proven ability to work collaboratively and develop productive relationships with key stakeholders
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• demonstrated knowledge of diversity and inclusion principles, programs, initiatives and best practice
• demonstrated experience in a Diversity & Inclusion role
• solid understanding and experience in project management would be advantageous

What we can offer you

• You will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements such as a nine-day fortnight or a four-day work week depending on the requirements of the role and operational needs
• You can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office and time working from home.
• Attractive salary range of $113,574 – $125,720 plus 12% superannuation and leave loading
• Our work is meaningful and rewarding. The SES’s mission is saving lives and creating safer communities, and you can be an important part of our work.
• We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.
• We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:
  • Fitness Passport
  • LinkedIn Learning
  • Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling support
  • Flu vaccine program.

You Belong Here

• We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.
• If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment processes and in the workplace, If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact ***email_hidden*** for confidential advice on options.

How to apply Your application should include as separate attachments:

• A cover letter (maximum of one page) briefly responding to the essential requirements and your interest in the role;
• Responses to each of the targeted questions (maximum of one page per answer); and
• An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role

Targeted Questions:

• Provide an example of a time when you have been required to work collaboratively across an organisation to develop and/or deliver on a project or initiative. How did you engage with stakeholders? What was the outcome?

• Please describe how you have displayed resilience and courage in the introduction of new ideas, policy or other initiative.

Want to know more?

If you want to know more about this opportunity or if you have any questions, please contact Thomas Saunders, Acting Senior Manager Development, Engagement and Performance on [email protected]

The role description is available here.

Talent Pool

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 18 months. Further information here.

Applications close: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 11:55 pm