• Band 8
• Vehicle and monthly RDO option
• Amazing career opportunity

The City's Planning Strategy Unit manages the delivery of strategic planning projects to ensure the City's policies are current, relevant and able to respond to present needs.  The Unit delivers land use planning projects, structure planning projects, urban design frameworks, changes to planning policy and manages the City's contribution to the Future Proofing Geelong project.

Key responsibilities

As Coordinator, you will be responsible for all facets of service and program delivery of the Unit, ensuring the delivery of successful outcomes aligned to Council values and plans.  As a people leader, your priority is to provide effective leadership and role model Council values to the highest level.

Key attributes

• Exceptional people management skills with demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams to deliver results.
• Extensive experience in planning with strong knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, negotiation and issue resolution skills.
• Highly developed research, analytical and project management skills.
• Strong capabilities in business planning and strategic decision making.

About the City 

As Victoria's largest regional municipality, the City of Greater Geelong provides the benefits of city living in a beautiful seaside location. We enjoy an open and inclusive culture with great employment conditions, including flexible work arrangements, paid parental leave, and training and development opportunities. The City is an equal opportunity employer and values the contributions a diverse workforce can bring to the community.

Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Applications close 5.00pm Friday 28 April 2017.

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