• Contribute to the future of Coffs Harbour - engage and empower the community!
• Work in a collaborative environment creating impactful plans for improvement.
• Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance in a pristine Coastal location.

About the role

The City is seeking a passionate and experienced Corporate Planner to join our dedicated team. In this exciting position, you will facilitate the City's Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework, including the development, implementation and review of the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program, and Operational Plan. Your role will involve supporting community engagement initiatives that promote participation and foster a collaborative relationship with our residents, ensuring their voices are heard in our planning processes. A shared vision for the City is our goal, and we need your help to achieve it!

In addition to the above, you will also prepare the City's corporate planning reports, including progress reports on the Delivery Program, the Annual Reports and the State of our City (End of Term) Report. This will involve liaising with the City's Leadership and key stakeholders, you will analyse information for validity, identify performance trends, and present findings in a manner tailored to engage various audiences effectively.

Embracing a mindset of continuous improvement, you will utilise innovative technologies and approaches to enhance our corporate planning processes and outcomes. We value individuals who are resourceful and solution-driven, capable of identifying roadblocks and overcoming them with minimal supervision. Your ability to apply conceptual thinking to problem-solving and make effective decisions will be critical. Strong communication skills and attention to detail will ensure that you convey messages accurately and effectively, while your organisational skills will enable you to work independently within established guidelines and to strict deadlines.

If you are a strong relationship builder who thrives in a collaborative team environment, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us. Join our mission to create a better future for the City of Coffs Harbour and be instrumental in shaping our vibrant community. Apply today and become a part of our journey toward excellence in corporate planning!

About you?

• Tertiary qualifications in business, governance, planning, project management or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in corporate or strategic planning, preparation of strategic plans or statutory reports, organisational performance improvement and reporting on key performance indicators.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in successfully managing several small projects concurrently.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and the ability to quickly learn and use different software programs, including the City's information management system and performance planning module.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.

What's on offer?

• Starting salary at $102,771.10 + 11.5% superannuation
• Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
• Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
• Options to accrue flex time and flexible working arrangements.
• Generous leave entitlements - long service leave after 5 years.
• Scope for performance-based salary increases.
• Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Darryl Hancock, Group Leader Legal and Governance Service at darryl.hancock@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0490 698 409 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found below.

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) of the closing date advertised to be considered.

The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.