Sydney Protocol/Office of the Lord Mayor/Chief Executive Office Full Time/Term Contract up to 20 March 2029 $129,721 per annum plus superannuation About The Role This is a fantastic opportunity to support the Lord Mayor's office and gain valuable experience in high-profile event coordination. We are seeking a highly skilled professional to develop, coordinate and supervise all arrangements for official functions, large-scale launches and civic receptions, courtesy calls, citizenship ceremonies and meetings with high level dignitaries. You’ll also manage a budget for each individual event, and maintain the Lord Mayor’s database, gift register and civic events calendar. Qualifications tertiary qualifications in function/hospitality management or equivalent competencies gained through career experience experience in planning formal/informal functions and events strong communication and relationship-building skills extensive experience with database management. The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Friday 12 June 2026. Benefits 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 Equal Opportunity Statement 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 or . Contact: Rod Kirkman, Head of Protocol, . #J-18808-Ljbffr