Senior Project Officer - Corporate Strategy

At a glance

Work type: 35 hr a week, Hybrid working environment
Salary: $126,222 - $138,997 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Term Full Time up to August 2027
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday, 30 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role 

Within the City Strategic Planning team, Corporate Strategy is dedicated to channelling the City’s long-term vision into action on the ground, with a strong focus on outcomes at all levels.

As Senior Project Officer - Corporate Strategy you will work with leaders and stakeholders from all areas of Council to lead and champion our Integrated Planning and Reporting framework.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Helping to embed Council's Community Strategic Plan 2025-2050 – our long-term community vision – across Council
• Leading and supporting development & review of Council’s Delivery Program & Operational Plan (DPOP), working productively with staff at all levels
• Leading and supporting high-quality monitoring and reporting against Council's goals, including Council's quarterly DPOP report, Annual Report, key strategies reports, dashboards, and administration of related reporting systems/frameworks
• Supporting broader City Strategic Planning team priorities as required, including championing the City's Parramatta 2050 Global Vision and strategy governance across Council

What’s on offer

This is a Term Full Time opportunity up to August 2027

We offer a competitive remuneration package from from $126,222 - $138,997 plus 12% superannuation.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes: 

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period 
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years 
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning 

About you 

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong focus on continuous business improvement, with a passion for driving maturity in strategy, corporate planning, and best practice performance and outcomes reporting for our decision-makers and community.

You will have proven stakeholder engagement skills, high level analytical and problem-solving skills, and capability to work effectively with staff from all areas of the organisation, senior management, and the community.
 

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description., including the below qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualification that relates to planning, business, innovation, social sciences, project management, and/or other relevant discipline.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this opportunity can be found in the attached Position Description. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Dayne Glinkowski recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday, 30 August 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload your current resume and a cover letter (Max 1 page) with a response to the following question:

• Please provide an example of your experience in local government planning, policy and/or governance, and explain how it demonstrates your alignment with the requirements of the position description.

   

Please note: Candidates who do not provide a response to the question and / or not meet the essential qualification requirements will not progress through the recruitment process.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
 

Eligibility: 
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.