Head Of Communications - Olm

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

Office of the Lord Mayor/Office of the Lord Mayor/Chief Executive Office

Full Time/Term Contract for up to 6 months

Sydney CBD

Office of the Lord Mayor/Office of the Lord Mayor/Chief Executive Office

Full Time/Term Contract for up to 6 months

$206,913.00 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

This is a unique opportunity to work for one of Australia’s most progressive elected representatives, part of a city government with a record of delivering for its communities.

Sydney is the global city of Australia and the commercial, financial and cultural hub of NSW. The City of Sydney is the local government authority responsible for the CBD and more than 30 surrounding suburbs. Under the Lord Mayor’s leadership, the City has developed a global reputation for delivering award-winning facilities, protecting open space, promoting design excellence, delivering new transport options, championing sustainability and initiating progressive solutions to complex city social problems.

This is a fast-paced role requiring energy, quick thinking, multi-tasking and mature judgment. An understanding of media at all levels, including social media, will be vital, along with a record of success in a similarly demanding position. You will need outstanding writing and editing skills, with an eye for great visual design and attention to detail, someone who understands the Sydney media, works fast, meets deadlines and shares values; a collaborative team player who understands the nature and community needs of Sydney.

The position will suit someone who has a record of achievement in a comparable local government, ministerial or departmental communications role, having ideally sharpened their writing skills through experience in print or on-line media.

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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 by 11:59pm, Friday 06 November 2026.

For more information, contact Adam Cox, Chief of Staff, at ****@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

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• 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

Find out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.