Councillor Administration Assistant

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 of the City of Sydney, working within the office of Greens Councillor Matthew Thompson. The role works in a fast-paced political environment and is responsible for ensuring that the administration processes are adhered to within the office.

We are looking for someone who:

• plans, prioritises and escalates tasks effectively
• has highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• can provide excellent diary management, and day to day organisation.
• has a sound working knowledge of Outlook and Word
• has experience and/or strong interest and commitment to environmental sustainability, human rights and social justice issues, and working with communities.

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 working

• 3 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 working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran 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. 

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.