Strategic Projects Lead

Community Development | Arts & Culture

• $139,978 to $148,325 per annum, plus superannuation
• Full-time, 3-year maximum term contract with the possibility of extension
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

Lead the City of Perth's 2029 Initiative

As the Strategic Projects Lead you will lead the City’s recognition of 200 years since the establishment of the Swan River Colony on the banks of the Derbarl Yerrigan in 1829.

You will work across the City’s team to lead the development of this significant milestone. You will provide whole-of-City leadership, driving the planning, coordination and delivery of a landmark program that recognises a diverse and contested heritage while creating a lasting legacy for the community.

Working collaboratively across Council and with key community stakeholders, you will build on the established vision, themes and strategic direction to shape and support the delivery of the City’s Bicentenary program. This includes coordinating project planning, funding strategies, budgets and governance, while bringing together an inspired program of events, grants and legacy initiatives. The program will recognise the City’s shared history, reflect the future vision and deliver lasting benefits for generations to come.

Reporting to the Alliance Manager Arts and Culture within our City Culture team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Working across the City team to lead and coordinate the planning and delivery of strategic projects and programs that create lasting community outcomes;
• Building on the strong partnerships across Council, government, community and industry to deliver an integrated Bicentenary program;
• Overseeing project governance, including planning, budgets, funding, risk and performance; and
• Providing strategic advice and reporting to Executive and Council, driving informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Excellent project management skills and demonstrated experience in managing and leading complex projects, ideally within community, heritage, arts, culture and major events or related experience;
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build partnerships across government, community and industry;
• Strong leadership, collaboration and influencing skills, with a track record of delivering shared outcomes; and
• Highly organised and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, solve complex challenges and work autonomously.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST on Tuesday, 14 July 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application .

For further information please contact Kim Jameson, Alliance Manager Arts and Culture, 08 9461 3180, ***email_hidden***.