Senior Corporate Planner

WHY US: 

We believe in the future of Liverpool and that our future is best described in the Community Strategic Plan (CSP). 
We’re a connected team with a shared purpose, determined to get the best results on the things that matter most for our community and people. We live our culture with a mindset of “A better way – every day.” 

JOB DETAILS            

1 X Permanent full Time           

35 hours, 5 days/week              

$106,968 to $117,209 + Super 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The purpose of this role is to provide specialist support to Council’s leadership team and key stakeholders in the review, development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework and broader corporate planning and performance requirements. 

This includes facilitating contemporary business planning and performance management practices that align Council’s operations, services and resources with strategic priorities and community outcomes identified in the Community Strategic Plan.

The role is also responsible for coordinating the planning, delivery and reporting of community engagement activities to support Council’s strategic planning and decision-making processes.

ABOUT YOU 

• The successful applicant will have: 
• Relevant tertiary qualifications such as communication, business planning, management, corporate planning, governance or relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in corporate planning and reporting with proven experience in planning and delivering complex projects in a politically sensitive environment.
• Demonstrated experience in writing and editing multifaceted documents such as strategic plans, annual reports, policies, guidelines and manuals.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and conducting community engagement activities.

ESSENTIAL

• Understanding of Integrated Planning and Reporting Requirements under the NSW Local Government Act and associated regulations, policies and guidelines. Ability to manage time, set priorities, plan and organise own work to ensure performance objectives are met.
• High level analytical skills including problem solving, research, data collection, statistical analysis and performance reporting.
• High level communication skills with the ability to negotiate with, motivate, influence and gain cooperation and assistance from others as required.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC 

Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range. 
Flexible work arrangements – work from home and office 
Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team. 
Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD and 
Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education. 

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential. 
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. 
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check 

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.  

Click here for a copy of the position description 

CLOSING    6 November @ 8Pm

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Ken McElroy, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]