Smart City - Senior Project Officer

At a Glance

Work type: 35 Hours per week

Salary: $121,367 to $133,651 plus 12% superannuation

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Closing date: 9pm, Sunday, 13 July 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

This role is accountable for driving pragmatic and timely project outcomes through strong stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and effective advocacy, including identifying and securing external funding or resources where appropriate. The position also plays a key role in developing systems, processes and reporting mechanisms that support organisational performance, continuous improvement and informed decision-making. The role works across business units to identify and deliver priority initiatives aligned with Council’s strategic objectives, including the Smart City and Innovation Strategy.

In this role you will

• Lead and manage the delivery of major projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring outcomes are aligned with Council priorities, timelines and budget constraints.
• Prepare, coordinate and present high-quality reports, briefings and presentations for senior management, Council and external audiences.
• Monitor project performance and risks, using data and reporting to inform decision-making and enable early intervention where required.
• Support the development of dashboards, reports and analysis to provide insights and support evidence - based decisions.
• Identify, investigate and progress strategic opportunities that support the City’s growth, including engaging partners and pursuing funding or resource opportunities

What’s On Offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package from $121,367 to $133,651 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

The successful candidate is someone with advanced project management capability, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex information to senior stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with Council’s values, policies and legislative obligations.

• Proven senior experience in project administration or project management to deliver multi - faceted and integrated outcomes.
• Demonstrated significant experience in identifying and protectively solving complex problems.
• High level application of analytical, creative thinking and problem-solving skills in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated skills in written communication for diverse audiences, including development of strategic document/s.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification that relates to a relevant discipline to the operation of City Planning & Design such as planning, innovation, design, business and/or project management, or ICT.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday, 12 July 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted. Please upload a current Resume & Cover Letter addressing the Position Description.

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may 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 ***email_hidden*** 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.