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Sydney
Diversity & Inclusion/People & Culture/People Performance & Technology
Full Time/12 month parental leave contract
$98,481 - $111,736 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
We're looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Diversity and Inclusion Project Officer to join our People and Culture team. In this role, you'll provide essential business and project support, playing a key part in championing inclusion and fostering a positive workplace culture at one of Australia's most progressive councils.
You'll contribute to projects and initiatives that enhance equity, belonging, and accessibility for all City of Sydney staff.
What You'll Be Doing
* supporting the delivery of the City's Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan and Inclusion (Disability) Action Plan
* coordinating meetings and employee network activities
* assisting with research, data collection and compliance reporting
* preparing internal communications, reports, and accessible documents
* managing records and databases with accuracy and integrity
* supporting People & Culture projects that drive inclusive workplace practices.
We're Looking For Someone With
* a relevant degree or equivalent experience in human resources, business, and project management or related field
* strong understanding of contemporary, best practices approaches to diversity, equity and inclusion best strategies
* excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, consultation and stakeholder engagement skills
* demonstrated experience managing projects and competing priorities, achieving tasks within strict deadlines with limited supervision.
* experience supporting groups or employee networks to deliver shared goals.
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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 criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, Monday 11th August 2025.
For more information, contact Marjorie Guerrero Lopez, Organisational Development Senior Advisor at
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 9265 9333.
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