Chief Communications & Public Affairs Leader

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 186,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off (19-day month)

Flexible working

City centre head office accessibility

Job summary

City of Sydney is seeking a communications professional for the Office of the Lord Mayor. This full-time term-contract role up to six months demands energy, quick thinking, and proven writing/editing skills for diverse media.

You will liaise with local media, draft statements and help shape messaging for a progressive city government. You will work with a collaborative team, meet deadlines, and contribute to Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in government communications or public sector media handling.
• Outstanding writing and editing skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of Sydney media landscape and local government context.

Responsibilities

• Support a senior governance leader in media relations and communications.
• Develop and edit content for print and online media.
• Represent the City of Sydney in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Collaborate with teams to implement Sustainable Sydney initiatives.

Skills

Media relations

Writing and editing

Deadline driven

Job description

City of Sydney is seeking a communications professional for the Office of the Lord Mayor. This full-time term-contract role up to six months demands energy, quick thinking, and proven writing/editing skills for diverse media.

You will liaise with local media, draft statements and help shape messaging for a progressive city government. You will work with a collaborative team, meet deadlines, and contribute to Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 initiatives.