World Heritage Project Management Officer

• A position that shapes the future 
• Full time, fixed term position until June 2026
• $103,908 – $112,291 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity 
This is no ordinary project, and no ordinary role. The City of Adelaide is leading a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure UNESCO World Heritage Listing for Adelaide and its Rural Settlement Landscapes (‘the Bid’). We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and driven individual to step into the newly created position of World Heritage Project Management Officer. This is your chance to be at the forefront of an ambitious, high-profile project that will celebrate South Australia’s unique colonial and Aboriginal heritage on a global stage.

In this role, you’ll lead the coordination and development of the World Heritage nomination, working closely with heritage experts, consultants, Traditional Owners, community stakeholders, and government partners at every level. This isn’t just about heritage listing, it’s about cultural storytelling, community pride, economic opportunity, and forging a globally recognised identity for Adelaide and its surrounding regions.

This position is your platform to drive real change. You’ll build cross-sector alliances with government, community, business, and academia. You’ll play a pivotal role in promoting the Bid, securing public support, and making the case for World Heritage status at the highest levels of government. With strong internal support, a clear mandate, and wide-reaching external relationships, you’ll have the resources and momentum to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

If you’re a skilled project manager with a flair for strategy, a talent for stakeholder engagement, and a passion for shaping South Australia’s future, this is your moment. You’ll join a passionate and collaborative team committed to recognising the deep cultural significance of these landscapes, both Aboriginal and colonial, and promoting them to the world with pride and integrity.

Whether you're driven by policy, history, planning, reconciliation, or place-making, this role offers a career-defining opportunity to contribute to something bigger than all of us. Help us take Adelaide to the world stage.

To view the position description, please click here. 

Further information about the Bid available here.

About You
To be successful in this role you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Community Engagement, Marketing, Promotions, or related field and/or commensurate demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualifications. 
• A knowledge and understanding of:
  • community engagement principles and processes and their application.
  • social media, systems, online tools and software that supports engagement techniques
    communication and marketing principles.
  • cultural heritage experience is not a pre-requisite, but a general understanding is preferable.
  • previous experience relating to UNESCO World Heritage properties, including management, promotion.
  • the unique character of South Australia, and in particular Adelaide with a drive to establish these as a destination, World renowned for its Aboriginal and colonial heritage.
• Experience in making decisions in a politically sensitive environment.

About Us
Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

The Park Lands, Policy & Sustainability Program establishes clear and integrated policies and plans to shape a well designed, planned and developed City, to protect and enhance our unique Park Lands, and support a welcoming and resilient community that demonstrates environmental leadership.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply
All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Kenneth Chan on 08 8203 7171.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Kenneth Chan, Team Leader, City Policy & Heritage.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply. 

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 28 July 2025.

Please be advised this is for a full-time, fixed term opportunity until June 2026 with a starting salary at the Level 6 Classification commencing at $103,908 + 12% superannuation. 

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and people living with disability to apply.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 or recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au.