AddressAbout the team
Our Chief Technology Office is at the forefront of delivering comprehensive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and information services to the City. Our portfolio includes infrastructure, communications, ICT policies, application management, ICT project management, and service management.
About your new role
As Functional Lead, you will provide strategic leadership to ensure the alignment and success of functional activities within ICT projects. This role involves collaborating closely with diverse business units to clarify objectives, tackle challenges, and maximize value from applications and software platforms through efficient coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
For more information about this role, please view the attached position brief. To access this document, click the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.
We're looking for people who have:
- Strong understanding of ICT systems and relevant technologies, with the ability to contribute to technical discussions.
- Proven experience in leading teams of functional analysts, setting clear goals, prioritising tasks, and effectively managing resources.
- Ability to align functional activities with organisational goals, develop and implement strategies for operational efficiency and project success.
- Skill in translating business requirements into functional specifications, collaborating with stakeholders to understand needs, and deliver effective solutions.
- Experience in managing vendor relationships, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards, and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in analysing complex problems, making data-driven decisions, overseeing quality assurance processes, and ensuring functional deliverables meet requirements.
This role presents a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within our ICT environment, contributing directly to our organisational success and the enhancement of ICT services across the City.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
- Personal and professional development courses
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport / Low cost on-site gym membership
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
- 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email ***********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Emily McKay
Contact Email
*******@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date
Wednesday 10th July 2024
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
