Application Closing Date: 21 July 2025 Coordinator Strategy and Business Improvement Permanent Full-time Work-life Balance, enjoy a 35-hour work week, offering a variable day off every 19 days and flexible working arrangement (WFH) opportunities Attractive and Competitive Salary: $121,493.06 - $141,194.56 12% Superannuation per annum Make Your Mark Where Strategy Meets Impact Are you a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of planning, performance, and improvement? Do you want to influence how a whole organisation works, not just where it's going, but how it gets there? Wingecarribee Shire Council is seeking a driven and collaborative Coordinator Strategy and Business Improvement to lead our Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) Framework and champion performance and service excellence across the organisation. This role isn't about sitting behind a desk writing plans, it's about working across every corner of Council to embed continuous improvement, bring clarity to complex systems, and ensure our strategic ambitions translate into measurable results for our community. The Opportunity As Coordinator, Strategy and Business Improvement, you'll report to the Manager, Governance & Corporate Performance to: Lead the coordination and evolution of our IP&R Framework - from strategic planning through to delivery and evaluation. Embed systems thinking, performance measurement, and business improvement across teams, branches and directorates. Drive service reviews and process improvements that deliver value-for-money and better community outcomes. Work closely with the Executive, Finance, Assets and People & Culture teams to align planning, resourcing and reporting. Manage a small high-performing team and influence the way strategy is lived across the organisation. Represent Council in IP&R networks across NSW and within the Canberra Region Joint Organisation. Why Wingecarribee? Because here, strategy isn't a document, it's how we work. We're a council with a clear vision, a strong cultural uplift agenda, and a bold commitment to aligning resources, systems and people with community priorities. As the strategic engine room of Council, your work will shape how we plan, deliver, and improve, not just today, but for the long-term. Add to that: Life in the beautiful Southern Highlands A 35-hour week VDO every 4 weeks Flexible hybrid work options Tertiary support career development Wellbeing programs Fitness Passport A genuine commitment to values-led leadership At Wingecarribee Shire Council, our values, Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork aren't just principles - they're how we show up for each other and our community every day. If you're passionate about making a real difference, come join us in shaping a thriving future for all who call Wingecarribee home. A Great Place to Live & Work With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee offers a balanced lifestyle, blending vibrant townships with green open spaces. We are a place where families thrive, businesses grow, and individuals can enjoy a strong sense of community. Midway between Sydney, Canberra, and Wollongong, our Shire provides the perfect mix of regional charm and modern amenities. What you need to succeed (Essential Criteria): Degree qualification or tertiary qualification in a business, public administration, strategic planning, finance or a related field. Demonstrated leadership experience in coordinating teams, programs or cross-functional projects, with the ability to motivate others, build capability, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Extensive experience in applying business improvement methodologies (e.g. systems thinking, Lean, service review), with a proven ability to coordinate reviews and implement improvements that deliver measurable value. In-depth knowledge of the NSW Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) Framework, including experience in preparing Community Strategic Plans, Delivery Programs, Operational Plans, and performance reporting. Proven ability to prepare complex reports, strategic documents and project plans, ensuring clarity, alignment, and compliance with statutory and organisational requirements. Strong project and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to deliver outcomes on time and within scope in a dynamic and multi-stakeholder environment. High-level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage, influence and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally. Demonstrated ability to apply critical and systems thinking to support strategic decision-making, identify innovative solutions, and contribute to performance and service improvement across the organisation. Current C Class Drivers Licence Willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement How to Apply Ready to lead meaningful change and shape the future of local government performance? Submit the following documents: Your Resume -showcasing your skills & experience. Relevant Certifications - qualifications and licenses Responses to the Essential Criteria - explain how your expertise aligns with the essential requirements of the role as outlined in the position description attached. Questions? Contact Danielle Lidgard (Manager Governance and Corporate Performance) on 02 4868 0874. Applications close: 21 July 2025 - don't miss this opportunity. Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
