City of Sydney

Sustainability Engagement Manager

Sydney

SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS/Sustainability Programs/CITY LIFE

Full Time/Permanent

$163,771 - $187,098 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The Sustainability Engagement Manager – Strata Resilience is responsible for leading a small team to develop, deliver and evaluate sustainability programs targeting our high-density strata buildings and communities.  This role requires strategic thinking and strong advocacy skills to work with government agencies, industry and community partners to leverage policy and legislation and engage strata communities to embrace sustainability and build resilience. 

This is a great opportunity to deliver environmental performance as well as economic and social benefit through advocacy, programs and grants.

We’re looking for an experienced manager with:  

tertiary qualifications at degree level in a relevant discipline, with higher degree qualifications desirabledemonstrated capability in evaluation, design and delivery of sustainability programs to drive environmental outcomes in line with the city’s ambitious targets. You will lead the evaluation of the Smart Green Apartments Program and the evolution of the city’s support to residential strata communitiesproven experience influencing state and federal governments, peak organisations, relevant NGOs and key stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes, legislative and regulatory change.expert knowledge on matters related to sustainability in strata including legislation, resources and communications for key stakeholder groups including the general public, as well as providing briefings and reports for Council.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month. 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check. 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 23rd April

For more information, contact Julia Lipton, Manager Sustainability Programs at jlipton@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office, with many public transport options.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 

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