Description City of Parramatta is a progressive council with 260,000 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Parramatta is a vibrant city, with a growing developing business district with a thriving community of artists and creative industries, known for its rich history and diversity. At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council's Child Safe Commitment Statement. How this position will make a difference to the City of Parramatta This position is responsible for leading the programming and delivery of entertainment and public event experiences for the City of Parramatta’s Events & Festivals team. This is achieved through the annual program by delivering high quality events that foster positive reputation and outcomes for the City of Parramatta. This role will balance out-of-hours work requirements and daily work priorities within Council’s flexible workplace policies. On a daily basis you will : Produce and manage the delivery of major public events and festivals within the annual program, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, event briefs, and project management frameworks. Act as project lead for Council’s Events & Festivals teams and external contractors, driving collaboration and ensuring successful execution of events from concept to completion. Generate innovative ideas to enhance event programming and contribute to broader strategic planning, supporting the overall vision of the Events & Festivals program. Apply Council’s endorsed project management framework to deliver events on time and within budget, while adhering to procurement policies and relevant legislation. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop event-specific communications, and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, suppliers, government authorities, and venue partners to ensure seamless event delivery. About You The successful candidate should have tertiary qualifications, such as Marketing, Event Management, Communications, Hospitality (or related discipline) or another relevant qualification and significant amount of relevant event programming experience (typically 5 years). You will also bring: Proven experience delivering successful large public or private events, or similar activities or projects in the arts, cultural or related fields, demonstrating skills in complex project management and project leadership. Comprehensive understanding of the production aspects of large-scale public events. Comprehensive knowledge of the entertainment and events industry, artists, performers, booking agencies etc. Time management and project management skills to take responsibility for multiple projects simultaneously and competing demands and deadlines. Coordination of staff and providing oversight and coordination of contractors, casual staff and volunteers Budget preparation and reconciliation, financial control and the management of scarce resources. What’s on offer We are offering a 21-hour permanent part time opportunity, with an attractive remuneration from $104,610.61 (pro-rata) plus 12% superannuation. The successful candidate will be expected to work across 3 days during the week. 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 Council's core values and behaviours. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please Rachel Chant on (02) 9806 5461 or email rchant@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au . How to apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please submit your resume and attach a Cover Letter addressing the Position Description. Applications close 9pm, Sunday, 4 January 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium. Please note that candidate shortlisting and interviews will be held early 2026. Prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply. A copy of a valid Working with Children Clearance must be presented at Interview. 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&43; 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.
