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OverviewThe City of Parramatta is undergoing change and transformation as we grow into a Global City. The Council, partners and community have an opportunity to shape the Citys future to be culturally, socially, environmentally and economically sustainable. The Events and Festivals Team curates, plans and delivers significant public events and festivals in the Citys annual program, including NYE, Australia Day, and Parramatta Lanes. The team also manages strategic partnership investment by Council in externally delivered events and festivals, delivers Councils Live Music Program, and acts as the main contact for one-off events and festivals delivered by the community and third parties in the City of Parramatta.About The Role This position leads the production and delivery of the Civic Program (under the guidance of the Manager, Team Leader) for the City of Parramattas Events & Festivals team. The role delivers high quality events through the annual program to foster positive reputation and outcomes for the City of Parramatta.On a daily basis you will:Produce and lead the delivery of programming and/or operations for a wide range of Civic EventsAct as project lead for Civic Events and Protocols, managing internal teams and external contractors to ensure successful delivery within the annual programContribute creative ideas and insights to enhance event programming and align initiatives with the broader objectives of the City Engagement & Experience DirectorateUtilise Councils project management framework to deliver events on time and within budget, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal policiesDevelop marketing briefs, support promotional campaigns, prepare reports and Council papers, and assist with sponsorship acquisition and activation for eventsAbout YouThe successful candidate should have prior 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. You will also bring:Tertiary qualifications, such as Marketing, Event Management, Communications, Hospitality (or related discipline) or another relevant qualificationA significant amount of relevant event production experience (typically 5 years) in a projectComprehensive understanding of the production aspects of large-scale public events including sound and lighting, staging, site management, risk management and risk mitigation, public safety, traffic, security and crowd management, and waste managementComprehensive knowledge of the entertainment and events industry, artists, performers, booking agencies etcBudget preparation and reconciliation, financial control and the management of scarce resourcesWhats On OfferThis is a permanent opportunity.We are offering an attractive remuneration from $104,610.61 plus 12% superannuation.In addition, City of Parramatta offers excellent employee benefits which include:A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements14 weeks paid parental leaveAccess to Long Service Leave after 5 yearsCentral 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 opportunitiesHealth and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)How To ApplyCandidates MUST apply online. Please submit your resume and attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. Applications close 9pm, Sunday, 2 November 2025 and 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr