Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger.
Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play.
We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community.
The Position
AlburyCity is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking leader to take on the newly expanded role of Service Leader Strategy, Performance & Assurance.
This pivotal leadership position brings together corporate strategy, governance, performance, risk, integrity and assurance functions into a single integrated portfolio, strengthening organisational oversight, accountability and continuous improvement across Council.
Reporting to the Deputy CEO Business Growth & Community and working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Council and Change Leadership Team, this role will provide strategic leadership and trusted advice to ensure high organisational performance, ethical governance and compliance with legislative requirements while supporting the delivery of Council's long-term vision for our community.
Tasks and responsibilities
Lead the Strategy, Performance & Assurance portfolio, driving integrated planning, governance, risk and assurance outcomes aligned to Council's strategic objectives.
Provide expert strategic advice to Council, the Executive Leadership Team and key stakeholders on governance, performance, risk, integrity and compliance matters.
Oversee Council's governance and integrity functions,



including Council and committee operations, Code of Conduct administration, Public Interest Disclosures and legislative compliance.
Lead enterprise-wide risk management, assurance and audit programs, including oversight of internal audit, external audit activities and the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC).
Drive corporate strategy, Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R;), organisational performance monitoring and reporting frameworks.
Champion business improvement, innovation and organisational change initiatives that enhance efficiency, accountability and service delivery.
Develop and lead a high-performing, collaborative team while building organisational capability in governance, risk, assurance and performance disciplines.
Foster strong relationships with Council, executive leaders, staff and external stakeholders to deliver transparent, customer-focused and community-centred outcomes.
Qualifications and experience
Tertiary qualifications in Business, Governance, Risk, Finance, Law or related discipline.
Significant senior leadership experience across governance, strategy, performance or assurance functions.
Highly developed strategic thinking,



analytical and communication skills.
Benefits
Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria's best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.
Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work.
It's important to us that you have a sustainable work-life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight for full-time staff, and a range of leave options and support programs.
We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities.
AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children.
We work hard to keep them secure from harm because child safety is everyone's responsibility.
This role closes on
30 August ****
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Should you require any further information for this role please contact the Hiring Manager;
Gael Evans-Barr
via email on
••••@alburycity.nsw.gov.au
or
02 •••• •276
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📌 Service Leader Strategy, Performance And Assurance (New South Wales)
🏢 Albury City Council
📍 New South Wales