Program Officer

6 days ago

City of Parramatta Council, Australia City of Parramatta Full time
Job Description

Program Officer: Cultural Strategy and Creative Economy - Term Contract until June 2026

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as it becomes Sydney's Central City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Officer looking after programs and projects within the Cultural Strategy and Creative Economy (CSCE) team in Council's City Culture Business Unit.

You will work strategically across Council and with external stakeholders to deliver CSCE programs and projects, with a focus on night-time economy programs including Purple Flag.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with internal and external stakeholders on strategic projects and programs
  • Conduct research into place-making, safety and vibrancy initiatives
  • Pro-actively work to support the arts, culture, live music, and entertainment capacity of the City
  • Collaborate on marketing and communication initiatives

About You

We are looking for someone with:
  • Tertiary qualification that relates to planning, business innovation, project management and/or other relevant discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing strategic documents and policies
  • Proven ability to identify key issues and opportunities, with a track record of resolving complex challenges through innovation and collaboration.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading projects, managing budgets and contracts, and delivering outcomes within tight deadlines and competing priorities.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build strong relationships across diverse audiences.

What's On Offer

Term Contract Opportunity until June 2026

We are offering an attractive total remuneration from $87,851 to $96,771 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
  • A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
  • Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
  • Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots)

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description .

How To Apply

Candidates must apply online and attaching a cover letter addressing the essential criteria.

Applications Close 9pm, Sunday 7 th September 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
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