AddressCompany description:
Department of Communities and Justice
Job description:
- An exciting opportunity for an experienced executive to drive whole of government policies and processes to manage disaster risk reduction and adaptation.
- Temporary 12-month, full-time opportunity.
- Role based in Sydney/ Parramatta, with flexible/ hybrid working environment.
- Competitive Total Remuneration Package, commensurate with experience.
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking an Executive Director Adaptation & Mitigation to provide strategic leadership and direction to mitigation and adaptation experts and specialists in developing mitigation strategies. This role is also responsible for managing adaptation interventions to mitigate and adapt to disaster risks.
This is a critical leadership role within the Authority and will drive and implement the State Disaster Mitigation Plan, Disaster Adaptation Planning in partnership with local Councils, and whole of government policies for managing disaster risk reduction and adaptation, as well as develop methodologies for disaster resilience.
About You
We are looking for an executive with
- Demonstrated experience in managing politically sensitive issues within dynamic environments.
- Strong understanding of disaster risk management principles and practices, including assessing vulnerabilities and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to drive strategic priorities and deliver organisational outcomes.
- Capability to drive government-wide policies for managing disaster risk reduction and adaptation, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven experience in the design, management and oversight of climate change and/or disaster adaptation planning and delivery.
- Tertiary qualifications in risk management, climate and hazard risk, planning and/or development of related disciplines.
For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Director, Adaptation & Mitigation
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 Sunday 2 June 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Amanda Leck, Head of Adaptation Mitigation and Reconstruction via ***************@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au
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.
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 ******@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au if you would like an adjustment to assist you in your application
