Administration Support Officer

Join to apply for the Administration Support Officer (Events) role at City of Parramatta Job Description The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council's Child Safe Commitment Statement.About The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Administration Support Officer to join our team in a permanent part‑time position (3 days per week) to deliver exceptional administrative support to our Events & Festivals Team.In this pivotal role, you’ll help ensure the seamless delivery of a diverse range of Events and Festivals by providing administration support with a focus on managing key relationships within our partnerships and sponsorship portfolio, coordinating essential tasks, and supporting the successful execution of event deliverables.You will also assist with financial administration within the Events & Festivals team, including working with Council’s financial management systems to support timely management of contractor and supplier invoicing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.About You The successful candidate should have 3+ years relevant administrative experience; it is desired if in a government or services organisation.Key Qualifications and Experience Certificate III in business administration or relevant administrative experience in a similar role. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple tasks. Experience in business, customer and relationship management. Interest in Events and Festivals management and delivery. Advanced MS Suite skills, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint and Excel. Experience in financial management systems and processes. Proven ability to work with initiative and versatility on a wide range of matters, including solving a range of complex problems through innovation and collaboration. Strong planning, organisation and time management skills, including the ability to meet tight deadlines and balance competing priorities. Exceptional ability to communicate, negotiate, build relationships and influence others with an engaging approach and technique. Developed problem solving and decision‑making ability. What’s On Offer We are offering an attractive remuneration from $78,199.90 to $82,601.69 (pro‑rata) plus 12% superannuation.In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements. 14 weeks paid parental leave. Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years. Central 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 opportunities. Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.). Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours.Contact Michelle Carter at How To Apply Candidates MUST apply online.Please submit your resume and attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role.Applications close 9pm, Sunday, 7 December 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.Child Safe and Working with Children Check A Paid Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application.If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre‑screening questions accordingly and reach out to to confirm that your WWCC is in progress.Council is committed to providing a child safe environment and is guided by the NSW Child Safe Standards | Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on Council's Child Safe Framework please visit Child Safe | City of Parramatta. Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging 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.** Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Other Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr