Your new role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Strategy and Business Intelligence to join our Strategy and Transformation team for a 12-month parental leave cover position.

Leading four direct reports and project teams across the organisation, the key activities during this period include:

• Leading the development and implementation of the integrated Council and Health and Wellbeing Plan 2025-29
• Leading the development of the planning and reporting components of the Annual Budget cycle.
• Supporting the development of an Organisation Strategy
• Delivering accurate and timely quarterly performance reports and an Annual Report
• Delivering business intelligence dashboards
• Providing strategy and planning guidance to the organisation.

This is a full-time temporary role based at our Civic Centre; however, we can offer a range of flexible work options for the right candidate.

This is a Band 8 classified role, remuneration will be $125,409.17 - $140,806.03 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the superannuation guarantee.  

What you will need to thrive

The key selection criteria for this role are:

• Demonstrated people leadership, with experience managing and developing a team of multi-disciplinary technical specialists.
• Values-driven, collaborative, flexible and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations.
• Proven time management, prioritisation and project management skills.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess options and consequences in delivering and implementing preferred actions and decisions within a complex and political environment.
• Ability to develop conceptual frameworks for corporate planning and reporting; and organisation measurement and evaluation; and proven experience in the translation and implementation of those into process, operational policy, tools and systems.
• Knowledge and experience in data analytics and developing business intelligence to inform evidence based strategy development.
• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and engage effectively with a wide range of people, and the ability to determine stakeholder issues and explain complex issues and concepts. 

How to apply

Please provide a resume and brief cover letter addressing the ‘what you need to thrive’ section from the position description to outline how your experience and skills relate to the role.

For further information on this role please contact Kate McInnes at kate.mcinnes@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8819.

To view a copy of the position description please visit our Knox City Council Careers Page.

Apply by: 22 September 2024

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why Us

At Knox, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values. We support hybrid and flexible working and embrace diverse and inclusive environments. We succeed by recruiting for excellence through investing in our people, encouraging their unique talents and supporting them to bring their whole selves to work.

We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of, that focuses on wellbeing.

Beyond that, we also offer:

• accrued days off for full time employees;
• growth and learning opportunities;
• career development;
• reward and recognition programs; and,
• a supportive Employee Assistance Program.

As an employee (in accordance with Knox City Council's Covid-19 Vaccination Policy) you may be required to provide evidence that you are compliant with the vaccination requirements prior to commencement. It is highly recommended that all Council staff are vaccinated.

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

 Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Knox Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer ensuring a Child Safe environment that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.