Job Task Analysis - City Strategy Leadership
Lead a talented team delivering strategic planning outcomes that shape our community's future
Full-time permanent role
Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
$132,231 - $148,320 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
Location: Cheltenham
About The Team
The Strategic Planning Team helps shape Kingston's future by developing strategic planning policies, projects and initiatives that respond to the needs of our growing community. Working across Council and with external partners, the team provides strategic advice and leads planning outcomes that support sustainable development across the municipality
About This Chance
As Team Leader Strategic Planning, you will lead a team of planning professionals and oversee the delivery of Council's strategic planning program. You'll guide the delivery of complex planning projects, policy development and planning scheme amendments, while providing expert advice to senior leaders, Councillors and key stakeholders.
This role requires strong planning expertise, leadership capability, stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead complex projects that deliver community outcomes.
What You'll Deliver
Leadership and development of a high-performing Strategic Planning team
Delivery of complex planning projects, policies and planning scheme amendmentsExpert advice on planning maters to Council, Executive Leadership and stakeholders
Effective engagement with government agencies, community groups and industry stakeholders
Robust project governance, planning and prioritisation and delivery to support organisational objectives
Your Skills And Experience
Extensive experience in strategic planning,



policy development and planning scheme processes
Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading and developing professional teams
Proven experience managing cross-organisational and multi-disciplinary projects, including complex and high-profile initiatives
Sound knowledge of the Victorian planning framework and relevant legislation
Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Experience managing team work programs, priorities and budgets
Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or a related discipline
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of
We make a difference
We show care and respect
We take pride in our work
We are better together
Don't meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for outstanding community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
Enquiries
For any enquiries about the position, please contact Paul Marsden, manager City Strategy, at ******
About Kingston
Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy,



where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why Work for Kingston?
Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
Salary Packaging
Purchase leave options
Career development opportunities,
Study/development assistance
Discounted gym memberships
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Social club events
Close to Public transport
Free Onsite parking
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
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📌 Team Leader Strategic Planning (Hobart)
🏢 Kingston City Council
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