Senior Strategy and Corporate Planning Officer

Willoughby City Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Rostered days off

Job summary

Willoughby City Council is seeking a Senior Strategy and Corporate Planning Officer to drive planning, reporting and insights that shape council’s long‑term direction in Sydney’s north. You will lead corporate planning, monitor performance and develop evidence‑based recommendations for executive decision makers.

You will translate research into concise briefs, coordinate annual planning cycles and deliver high‑quality dashboards and strategic documentation that support organisational alignment

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in strategy, business planning, public policy, economics, management, analytics or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the development of corporate plans, organisational strategies or performance frameworks within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of organisational planning, performance measurement, governance and continuous improvement.
• Ability to analyse information and develop insights that influence decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development, coordination and delivery of corporate and business planning processes, including annual planning cycles, corporate scorecards and strategic reviews.
• Drive the ongoing maturity and continuous improvement of the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework, including statutory plans, KPIs, reporting processes and performance measurement.
• Develop strategic frameworks, policies and improvement initiatives that strengthen organisational capability.
• Analyse organisational, service and performance information to prepare strategic reports and executive briefings.
• Translate complex research findings into clear narratives for diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and engagement activities to support strategy development and alignment.
• Develop planning materials, dashboards, discussion papers and executive reports.
• Support KPI tracking and progress reporting against organisational plans.

Skills

Strategy development

Performance measurement

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor degree in related field

Job description

Senior Strategy and Corporate Planning Officer

• Drive Council’s corporate planning, strategy development and performance monitoring functions, shaping the organisations long-term direction and success.
• Full-time opportunity with rostered days off and access to Fitness Passport.
• Salary from $105,249.07 - $122,316.49 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.

Make a Difference Where You Work

At Willoughby City Council, we are shaping one of Sydney's most vibrant and livable communities. As the Senior Strategy and Corporate Planning Officer, you will play a pivotal role in driving Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework, delivering strategic insights and supporting evidence-based decision-making that strengthens organisational performance and community outcomes.

Reporting to the Strategy and Insights Team Leader, you will lead the development and coordination of corporate planning, organisational performance monitoring and strategic research activities.

Why Join Us?

Strategic Impact: Influence corporate planning and organisational strategy that supports long-term community and business outcomes.

Meaningful Work: Lead initiatives that strengthen performance monitoring, planning capability and evidence-based decision-making.

Collaborative Environment: Work with leaders and teams across Council to drive innovation, continuous improvement and organisational success.

About the Role:

As the Senior Strategy and Corporate Planning Officer, you will:

• Coordinate the development, coordination and delivery of Council’s corporate and business planning processes, including annual planning cycles, corporate scorecards and strategic reviews.
• Drive the ongoing maturity and continuous improvement of Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework, including statutory plans, KPIs, reporting processes and organisational performance measurement.
• Develop strategic frameworks, policies and business improvement initiatives that strengthen organisational capability and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Analyse organisational, service and performance information to prepare strategic reports, recommendations and briefings for executive and leadership teams.
• Translate complex research findings, insights and performance data into clear and compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• Facilitate workshops, planning sessions and engagement activities that support strategy development and organisational alignment.
• Develop high-quality planning materials, dashboards, discussion papers, executive reports and strategic documentation.
• Support performance monitoring activities, including KPI tracking, dashboard reporting and progress reporting against organisational plans.

What You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in strategy, business planning, public policy, economics, management, analytics or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the development of corporate plans, organisational strategies or performance frameworks within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of organisational planning, performance measurement, corporate governance and continuous improvement practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse organisational information and develop strategic insights and recommendations that influence decision-making.
• Highly developed written communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to produce engaging planning documents, strategic reports and presentations.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and influence outcomes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet critical planning and reporting deadlines.
• Experience preparing strategic reports, dashboards, performance measures and executive-level briefings.
• Ability to contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment while taking ownership of strategic initiatives and outcomes.

For more information, contact: Yasmine Khan, Strategy and Insights Team Leader, at [e-mail] or on + [phone].

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks

Applications close: Sunday, 25 October2026 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

Applications must be submitted in PDF Format.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.