The Outback Communities Authority (OCA) is a South Australian Government statutory body which provides municipal services and community support to residents, associations, and townships across Outback SA - which is approximately 63% of the state. The organisation’s goals include improving liveability and sustaining its communities, growing the outback economy and advocating for the interests of outback people.

The Outback Communities Authority aspires to be an agile organisation with a solid culture of teamwork and collaboration evident between colleagues and in its relationships with partners and stakeholders. The Manager Strategic Policy will directly contribute to the prosperity, sustainability, and resilience of Outback South Australia by delivering policies that address the unique challenges of the region, supporting local communities, and fostering responsible development.

The Manager Strategic Policy provides high-level strategic leadership, advice and management across the Outback Communities Authority (OCA), supporting the Director and Board to achieve the Authority’s statutory responsibilities, strategic priorities and outcomes for the communities of Outback SA.

This pivotal role leads complex,



high-priority initiatives that have organisation-wide or regional significance and provides authoritative advice on strategy, policy, governance, programs, community development and organisational performance. Key responsibilities include:

- providing strategic leadership and advice to the Director and Board on matters affecting Outback communities and the Authority’s strategic direction;
- leading the development, implementation, monitoring and review of strategic plans, policies, programs and initiatives;
- identifying emerging issues, opportunities, risks and trends that may affect Outback South Australia and provide timely strategic advice;
- leading cross-organisational initiatives that require coordination across multiple functions, communities or government agencies;
- overseeing and mentoring staff involved in policy implementation and promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability.

The Outback Communities Authority is a part of the Department for Housing and Urban Development, whose primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians.

📌 Manager Strategic Policy (Adelaide)
🏢 Hender Consulting
📍 Adelaide