Placemaking & Services Strategist

Ezisuite Pty; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary full-time 35 hours per week

12% superannuation

Collaborative team environment

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Campbelltown City Council seeks a seasoned Placemaking & Services Strategist on a temporary full-time basis to lead strategic stewardship across the portfolio, aligned with the Community Strategic Plan. You will drive governance, committees and cross‑department collaboration to deliver connected outcomes for the community.

The role requires strong strategic, analytical and political acumen, and the ability to translate complex issues into clear reports and recommendations while fostering an

Qualifications

• Extensive experience coordinating high-level strategic plans with demonstrated outcomes.
• Strong strategic, analytical and lateral thinking with the ability to translate knowledge into strategies.
• Understanding of economic, environmental and social dynamics relevant to Campbelltown.
• Experience integrating strategic information with organisational activities for coordinated outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic stewardship across the Placemaking & Services portfolio.
• Provide active agile leadership to the leadership team and direct reports.
• Represent the Council in committees and governance activities.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across departments.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Analytical thinking

Policy & governance

Public speaking

Cross-functional collaboration

Future planning

Political acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Drive for results

Team leadership

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2028)

Placemaking & Services Strategist (Temporary)

• Temporary full-time, 35 hours per week (up to June 2028)
• Competitive Market Value Salary + 12% superannuation

About us

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful, and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started.

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced Strategist to join our highly productive team. This position will provide strategic stewardship to represent and connect as One Team, each of the functional strategies to drive strong outcomes and community value, aligned with the Council’s Community Strategic Plan and defined strategic objectives.

You will provide active agile leadership, direction and support to the Placemaking and Services leadership team and direct reports, to foster strong relationship across the portfolio, to create connected outcomes.

Your active leadership in Council’s Committees and governance is critical, that the position is responsible for, while ensuring collaboration, efficiencies and continuous improvement is applied.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, customer focused and enjoys working collaboratively.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in coordinating the delivery of high-level strategic strategies / plans with demonstrated record of achievement.
• Demonstrated strategic, analytical and lateral thinking and an ability to translate knowledge into strategies and strategic approaches.
• A sound understanding of the economic, environmental and social dynamics relevant to Campbelltown.
• Demonstrated experience in integrating strategic information and projects with organisational activities to ensure coordinated outcomes.
• Proven ability to understand, assess and interpret complex technical issues, and write clear, concise reports, and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Vision and an ability to think and plan for the future.
• Experience in operating in a diverse organisation, with a demonstrated ability to effectively work within a political environment and present in a public forum.
• Highly developed political acumen.
• Class C Drivers Licence.
• Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through respect , integrity and teamwork that we build trust and create optimism for Campbelltown’s future.

As a member of our passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• Temporary full-time, 35 hours per week
• Competitive Market Value Salary + 12% superannuation
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate.

Key contact

For further information on this position, please contact Brittany Duncan, Personal Assistant to Executive General Manager City Placemaking & Services on [e-mail]

Applicants are required to undergo a comprehensive employment screening process, which may include but is not limited to reference, identity, working with children checks, and medical checks. Employment offers are contingent upon successful clearance of related checks.

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures. We aim to provide a safe space for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children who identify as LGBTIQA+, and children with disability.

Note: Candidates using mobile devices are stronglyadvised to use a desktop computer to complete theapplication forms as they require extensiveamounts of typing.