Director Regional Delivery

NSW Reconstruction Authority

• An exciting opportunity for an executive to partner with stakeholders to enhance community resilience before and after disasters and deliver community centred recovery.
• Ongoing full-time opportunity.
• Role based in Newcastle or Tamworth (other locations negotiable), with flexible/ hybrid working environment.
• Competitive Total Remuneration Package, commensurate with experience.

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking a Director, Regional Delivery to forge dynamic partnerships with Local Government, community leaders, Aboriginal communities and industry stakeholders.

The Director, Regional Delivery will work across the Hunter, New England, Northwest and Central Coast regions and will be responsible for collaborating closely with regional partners to improve community resilience before and after disasters and establish partnerships to deliver effective community centred recovery.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to leverage an intimate understanding of local contexts, risks, and vulnerabilities to empower stakeholders with actionable insights, facilitating informed decision-making and seamless service delivery at both local and regional levels.

About You

We are looking for an executive with

• Experience adeptly navigating diverse stakeholder interests, fostering meaningful relationships and driving consensus to ensure effective disaster preparedness and recovery initiatives.
• A proven track record in successfully leading regionally dispersed teams.
• Extensive experience in leading teams through complex and dynamic environments and managing diverse stakeholders.
• A demonstrated understanding of engaging with Aboriginal Communities, including fostering trust, honouring traditional knowledge and adapting approaches to align with the needs and values of Aboriginal communities.

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About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Contemporary workspaces and technology
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 20 March 2024 at 11:59PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Stephen Wills, Executive Director, Recovery via stephen.wills@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0477 380 790.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

Please contact people@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.