Strategic Road Safety Lead & Planning

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne seeks a Principal Strategy Officer on a fixed-term basis to drive strategic planning across road safety programs and policy areas. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, the Road Safety Partners, and executives to identify investment opportunities and deliver clear strategic guidance.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, Road Safety Strategy & Planning, and requires coordinating across the Strategy and Planning team while engaging

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to think critically, weigh evidence and resolve issues.
• Understand political/organisational context and navigate decision-making processes.
• Manage complex stakeholder needs and deliver practical solutions.
• Translate strategy into clear programs and governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning and support the identification and development of road safety investment opportunities.
• Coordinate, develop and provide strategic advice across programs, projects and policy areas.
• Facilitate engagement and decision-making by executives, the Secretary and the Minister.

Skills

Critical thinking

Stakeholder management

Strategic translation

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne seeks a Principal Strategy Officer on a fixed-term basis to drive strategic planning across road safety programs and policy areas. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, the Road Safety Partners, and executives to identify investment opportunities and deliver clear strategic guidance.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, Road Safety Strategy & Planning, and requires coordinating across the Strategy and Planning team while engaging