Senior Project Officer City Futures Strategy

Parramatta - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 121367 - 133651

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global 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 Citys future and ensure it is culturally socially environmentally and economically sustainable.

We are seeking experienced strategic planning professionals to help deliver this vision. There are two (2) Full Time opportunities available; one Permanent Full Time and one Term contract until December 2026.

About the role

This position leads the delivery of priority strategy and planningprojects that support Councils long-term growth strategic objectives.

Working within the City Futures team in CouncilsCity Strategic Planning Unit you will manage complex high-profile projects and contribute to the development and implementation of key planning strategies policies and plans. This includes strategic research and advocacy initiatives as well as preparing and assessing master plans planning proposals development control plans development contributions plans and voluntary planning agreements.

You will work collaboratively across Council and with external stakeholders to deliver integrated evidence-based planning outcomes while supporting advocacy monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

On a daily basis you will:

Lead and deliver strategy andplanning projects and programs
Prepare assess and implement planning strategies and policies
Manage complex projects within tight timeframes
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Prepare project plans reports and monitoring & evaluation projects
Identify and progress strategic opportunities aligned to Council priorities

About You

You are a highly capable planning professional with strong strategic analytical and stakeholder engagement skills. You are comfortable operating in complex environments and can balance competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.

You will bring:

Demonstrated experience in strategic and/or statutory land use planning
Proven ability to manage complex projects and programs
Strong understanding of planning legislation and policy framework
Highly developed communication negotiation and influencing skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
Experience in local government or a large complex organisation is highly regarded.

Qualifications
Degree qualification in town planning urban planning public policy or a related discipline relevant to strategic planning within local government or a complex organisational environment.

Whats on offer
We have two (2) Full Time opportunities available;

Permanent Full Time
Term contract Full Time until December 2026.

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $121367.67 to $133651.15 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
14 weeks paid parental leave
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
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 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
Learning and development opportunities
Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport flu shots etc.)

Want to know more

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

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Councils core values and behaviours.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contactEffi Gastelaars on email

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a Cover Letter addressing how your experience & skills (including qualifications) meet the Position Description.

Applications close 9pm Monday 23 February 2026and 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 ADF 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.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionThe City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global 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 Ci...