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Job Description
Project Officer (Community Services)
Location: PARRAMATTA, Australia
At a Glance
Work type: 21 hours a week (3x days)
Salary: From $108,795.03 (pro rata) + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Part Time Term Contract for up to 15 months
Closing date: 9pm, Wednesday 26 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.
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.
About the role
The Project Officer will support the delivery of Council’s strategic priorities within the Community Capacity Building team.
This is a 15-month 21 hour term contract position within the Prevention and Inclusion Portfolio, with a primary focus on implementing the Game on For Change project, a NSW Office of Sport- funded initiative that partners with local sporting clubs to help prevent gender-based violence through community sport.
The role also contributes to Council’s broader Prevention and Inclusion priorities, including homelessness prevention and response, and domestic, family and sexual violence prevention. The Project Officer will support a the delivery of projects and initiatives that strengthen community wellbeing. supporting the coordination and administration of projects and initiatives that deliver positive community outcomes.
In this role you will:
- Assist with and support the delivery of major projects and strategic programs within Council.
- Identify opportunities for funding and projects consistent with Council’s vision and strategic direction.
- Contribute to preparation and communication of components of the Unit’s business plan(s), including budget, priority projects and performance measures.
- Coordinate, interpret, present and communicate management reports, including financial, people and service standard information with support from Community Capacity Building Lead and other Leaders.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of project plans, work specifications and service level agreements, contracts and project management arrangements relevant to the Community Capacity Building Team.
What’s on offer
We are offering a 21 hour (3 days) Term Contract for up to 15 months with a competitive remuneration package from $108,795.03 (pro rata) + 12% superannuation.
Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:
- Flexibility: Hybrid work option & flexi‑time scheme (eligible roles), 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
- Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, LinkedIn Learning
About you
The successful candidate is someone who brings:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a position related to community development or social sustainability.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities and/or community campaigns to provide opportunities for service enhancement and achievement of improved long-term community outcomes.
- Strong experience in planning, delivering and reviewing projects or community initiatives including aptitude for online project management tools.
- Very well-developed program management skills including financial and budgetary management, program planning, policy development and quality improvement processes.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:
- Tertiary qualifications in the social sciences or related field applicable to social planning and community development.
- Driver’s Licence
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.
Please upload:
- Current resume and 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.
As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply.
A Paid Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application. If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre-screening questions accordingly and reach out to Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au to confirm that your WWCC is in progress.
Council is committed to providing a child safe environment and is guided by the NSW Child Safe Standards | Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on Council's Child Safe Framework please visit Child Safe | City of Parramatta.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre employment compliance checks.
- Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. (Delete if not applicable to this position)
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.