The City of Sydney has an exciting opportunity available for an enthusiastic professional to join our Social City Team that work with our residents, workers and visitors to support the creation of a resilient, socially connected and cohesive community.
In this role, you'll support the development of social policy, undertaking research, evaluation and preparing policy advice that is consistent with our strategic directions. You’ll also provide high level administrative services to the team.
We're looking for someone with:
social science qualification or relevant work experience in policy development, community development and/or program management
demonstrated skills and experience in supporting the development, delivery, and evaluation of social policies and programs through research, data analysis, and documentation
strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to confidently engage with diverse community members and stakeholders, including people with disability and older people.
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.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 7 January 2026.
For more information, contact Annabelle Hung, Manager Social Policy on 02 9246 7895.
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, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
Recognised family inclusive workplace
Veteran employment supporter
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
[email protected] or 02 9265 9333.
