Manager City Future
External
Cityofstirling · Stirling, AustraliaFull-timeOn-site1d ago
LeadershipNegotiationStrategic Planning
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Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Director Planning & Development, you will:
- Provide strong leadership and oversight of the City Future Business Unit
- Drive urban planning, economic development and tourism initiatives
- Develop and implement business plans, budgets and performance frameworks aligned to corporate strategy
- Actively manage City Future projects, schemes, policies and heritage work programs
- Facilitate investment attraction and economic growth opportunities
- Provide expert advice to Executive and Council, including reports and submissions
- Build strong stakeholder partnerships across government, industry and community
- Champion a high-performing, engaged and future-focused team culture
- Position Description
Requirements
- To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Significant experience and a tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning or related discipline
- Significant senior leadership experience in planning, development or local government
- Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy development and regulatory frameworks
- Proven ability to lead strategic planning and economic development initiatives
- Experience managing budgets, business cases and major projects
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Demonstrated capability to lead change and drive organisational outcomes
- Work Your Way - Enjoy flexible work options, free parking and easy access to public transport
- Rewarding You - Boost your super with our matching scheme, plus purchased leave and novated leasing options
- Grow With Us - Access development opportunities, leadership support and a culture that values continuous improvement
- Belong Here - Be part of an inclusive and community-focused organisation that values collaboration and service
- Feel Your Best - Enjoy a free Stirling gym membership, Active Social Club, employee canteen and well-being initiatives
- Ready to make a real impact?
- If you're ready to lead impactful city-shaping initiatives and contribute to a growing and dynamic community, we'd love to hear from you. Applications close: 5th July at 11.59pm (AWST)
- The City of Stirling is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements and work-life balanceA supportive, inclusive and values-driven cultureOpportunity to shape the future of Perth's largest local governmentProfessional development and leadership opportunitiesOur ValuesWe are committed to delivering services that are efficient, responsive and sustainable, underpinned by our values and strong community focus.Salary - from $190,000 base salary + super (based on skills and experience)We are seeking a highly capable and proactive leader to join our Planning & Development Directorate as Manager City Future. This role requires a leader who can translate strategy into deliver, actively manage complex work programs, and lead teams with clarity and accountability.Flexible schedule
Additional Information
Why you'll love working here At the City of Stirling, we are committed to building a sustainable, innovative and locally focused City that supports our thriving community of over 243,000 residents.
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