City of Sydney

Councillor Support Officer

Sydney

Councillor Support/Councillor Support/Chief Executive Office

Part-time fixed-term contract until 6 October 2028, 29 hours/4 days per week

$86,466.00 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

This role places you in the heart of the decision-making process in the City of Sydney, working in the office of Greens Councillor Matthew Thompson. You’ll work in a fast-paced political environment, working alongside community and stakeholders. 

We are looking for someone who:

has experience engaging collaboratively with progressive movements, activists and community to support and grow grassroots campaigns can read, understand and synthesise complex policy issues feels confident writing and producing messaging and materials understands the current political landscape, with a particular focus on local issues  has exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of written briefs, media materials, and correspondence on policy matters  has experience and/or a strong interest and commitment to environmental sustainability, human rights and social justice issues wants to work collaboratively in a small team and take on new challenges 

About Matthew 
Matthew is a queer activist, community services worker and a budding ecologist. He is one of two Greens Councillors on the City of Sydney, alongside Councillor Sylvie Ellsmore. He is particularly passionate about pushing the City forward on climate justice and environmental sustainability, fighting for the rights of the queer and gender diverse community, and utilising his experiences of poverty to ensure everyone has what they need to live a good life.

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

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 9 April 2025.

For more information, contact Matthew Kerr, Councillor and Civic Relations Coordinator at MKerr@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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