Executive Office Manager: Strategy & Stakeholder Liaison

Council Jobs; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements - hybrid &

Discounted gym membership

Welcome Experience for relocations

Learning & development opportunities

Annual salary increases

Long service leave after 5 years

Employee assistance program

Salary packaging options

Awards & recognition

Job summary

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is seeking an experienced Manager Office of the General Manager to lead the General Manager’s Office and provide strategic, operational and confidential support to the GM and Executive Leadership Team in Port Macquarie. The role focuses on executive decision-making, governance, stakeholder engagement and organisational support across a diverse portfolio.

The successful candidate will manage the GM's Office, help drive organisational priorities and foster

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to influence outcomes.
• High levels of discretion, integrity and professionalism.
• The ability to anticipate issues, think critically and solve problems proactively.
• Experience supporting senior executives in politically sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the General Manager's Office while supporting strategic and operational objectives.
• Provide high-level strategic and operational advice to the General Manager.
• Research, analyse and coordinate responses to complex and emerging issues.
• Prepare executive briefings, reports, correspondence and presentations for senior leaders and elected representatives.
• Manage sensitive and confidential matters requiring sound judgement and discretion.
• Coordinate stakeholder relationships across government agencies, elected representatives, industry, businesses and community organisations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across executive support and business administration functions.
• Lead and develop a small, high-performing team that supports the General Manager, Mayor and Councillors.

Skills

Strategic advice

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership experience

Discretion

Problem solving

Executive support experience

Job description

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is seeking an experienced Manager Office of the General Manager to lead the General Manager’s Office and provide strategic, operational and confidential support to the GM and Executive Leadership Team in Port Macquarie. The role focuses on executive decision-making, governance, stakeholder engagement and organisational support across a diverse portfolio.

The successful candidate will manage the GM's Office, help drive organisational priorities and foster