Director Organisation Capability, City of Stonnington

As a key part of the high-performing Executive team, the Director Organisation Capability will act as a trusted advisor to the recently appointed CEO, setting the strategic direction and effectively manages the operations of the Organisation Capability directorate, including People and Culture, Community Engagement, Procurement, Customer Experience and Change, Technology Enablement, and Digital Transformation.

The incumbent will innovate and manage Council’s enablement functions to support the goals of the organisation, successfully setting priorities and delivering on agreed outcomes and working closely with the Mayor, Councillors, CEO and broader Executive Team to identify issues and opportunities affecting the City of Stonnington and provide strategic advice and direction.

The Director will:

• Lead the organisation with an innovative approach to technology and customer experience, exceeding community demand and expectations
• Develop the customer strategy that connects our people, functions and activities to deliver value to our community
• Set the strategic direction for customer and technology across the City, focusing on building a healthy, prosperous and sustainable community
• Provide insight and advice on how to elevate Council’s culture that will meet the expectations of our diverse workforce
• Support a proactive and agile work plan of safety, procurement, engagement, change, and people and culture that aligns with the Council Plan and delivery of programs of work by the Executive
• Provide strategic support across the departments within the Organisation Capability directorate to ensure the service delivery aligns with the needs of the business and stakeholders and the structure has a clear purpose
• Create a safe and inclusive culture that genuinely invests in our people’s wellbeing, growth and development.

We are seeking applications from candidates who can bring a fresh perspective and a visionary approach, looking outside the mould of traditional local government services to challenge stereotypes and reimagine the way that we serve our community. The successful candidate will be someone who can embrace Council's customer driven transformation initiatives and foster a strong customer service culture, championing technology-led innovation, as well as driving best practice in risk management and project management methodologies to contribute to the overall success of Council initiatives.

Applicants will require significant experience in diverse Senior Management and Executive roles, a strategic mindset and a high level of competency in financial management, risk management and people management, with a clear and sound understanding of the industrial relations system that underpins successful workplace change. Relevant tertiary qualification in management, business or a related field will be expected and post graduate qualifications in management or business would be highly regarded.

Extensive experience in a senior role with effective leadership skills to empower individuals and build cohesive teams and proven experience in transforming workplace functions and cultures in line with organisational purpose, vision and strategy will both be essential, with demonstrated experience in managing complex and large cross-functional projects and influencing key stakeholders.

Download a copy of the position description by copying https://bit.ly/3PlGy0j into your browser or contact Charlie Cole on *******@camdensearch.com.au. Applications close on Thursday 28th March and should include a CV (maximum four pages) and cover letter (maximum one page) that broadly addresses your suitability for the role. All enquiries will be treated with absolute confidentiality.

City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.

We are building a safe and inclusive culture where our people are empowered to deliver their best work.  Embracing innovation and change, we continually deliver richer and higher quality services to a vibrant, diverse and iconic municipality. We are passionate and energetic, working as one team to build a healthy, prosperous and sustainable community. Progress is important to us, and we and make it a priority to invest in our people’s wellbeing, growth and development.

Find out more about Stonnington City Council at www.stonnington.vic.gov.au.