The Producer - Programming

You will contribute to a connected, community-centred ecosystem that enables creativity, cultural expression, civic participation across the LGA

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.

About the role 

We are currently offering a full-time term contract up to December 2026.

This position is responsible for contributing to a connected, community-centred ecosystem that enables creativity, cultural expression, learning and skills development, and civic participation across the LGA.

The Producer – Programming sits within the City of Parramatta’s Community Hubs portfolio which encompasses PHIVE (5 Parramatta Square), Parramatta Town Hall, Wentworth Point Community Centre and Library (WPCCL), and the Yarra Community Centre, operating as a unified and connected network delivering inclusive, culturally rich and diverse, and high-quality community experiences.

On a daily basis you will:

• Plan, manage and deliver a high‑quality program of tours, events, activations and experiences that drive visitation and positive outcomes for the City of Parramatta.
• Apply strong project management practices—including risk management, reporting, and quality controls—to ensure programs meet scope and expectations.
• Develop and maintain efficient business systems that support the effective operation of the Programming team.
• Collaborate across Council and external partners to ensure alignment, maximise opportunities, and generate innovative programming ideas.
• Contribute to strategic growth and development of Council programs through partnerships, sponsorships, grants, and creative input into long‑term programming vision. 

About You 

The successful candidate should have 5+ years’ experience delivering programs or events, or comparative programming activities in the arts, cultural or related fields, with a proven track record of achieving strategic objectives.

You will also bring:

• Degree qualification in Event Management, Programming, Tourism, Business (or a related discipline) or a significant amount of comparable industry experience in a project lead capacity.
• 5+ years’ experience in working with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and delivering services to a high standard to meet financial and other business performance criteria.
• Experience negotiating, managing and executing contracts and/or agreements, and delivery of partners contractual obligations.
• Experience in managing projects with multiple stakeholders in complex organisations, handling several projects simultaneously and being able to prioritise key outcomes and deliverables.

What’s on offer

We are offering a full-time term contract up to December 2026 with an attractive remuneration from $104610.61 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
• 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.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Christine Glasson on (02) 9806 5303 or email [email protected]. 

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the Position Description.

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 15 February 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

 This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. 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.