As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As the Citizenship Officer at the City of Perth, you will play a key role in managing and coordinating the city’s citizenship program, as well as overseeing a range of civic and ceremonial events and services. This position involves providing professional support in the planning, organisation, and delivery of official functions that reflect the City’s values and commitment to community engagement

Reporting to the Council and Civic Team Leader Support, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, and creative aspects of council hosted city events and the Citizenship process;
• Liaise with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australian Electoral Commission and other
  relevant stakeholders as required to facilitate the citizenship process;
• Plan and coordinate civic and ceremonial events and services on behalf of
  the City; and
• Prepare protocol briefs for the lord Mayor, Executive Leadership team, and other City of Perth staff for civic and ceremonial events.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Experience in a similar role, coordinating civic, ceremonial or comparable events;
• Excellent verbal & written communication;
• Project management and time management skills, including the ability to efficiently manage
  multiple projects and priorities; and
• Experience working with sensitive, political and confidential issues.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa); and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Thursday, 8th May 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.