About The Chair of the NSW Reconstruction Authority Advisory Board (Advisory Board) provides strategic leadership to the Advisory Board and supports the delivery of advice and recommendations to the Chief Executive Officer and Minister for Recovery on the NSW Reconstruction Authority's (RA) strategic priorities, disaster recovery, community resilience, reconstruction and disaster risk reduction across NSW. The Chair plays an important role in ensuring the Advisory Board operates effectively and collaboratively, supporting the RA to deliver its functions and help communities become stronger, safer and more resilient to disasters.

About You

We are seeking an accomplished leader with extensive experience in governance, strategic leadership and decision-making at a board level. You will have a demonstrated ability to chair boards, committees or advisory bodies, facilitate constructive discussions, build consensus and provide independent, strategic advice on complex issues. You will possess significant expertise relevant to the RA's functions and a strong understanding of organisational performance, governance and public accountability.

We welcome applications from individuals with expertise in planning and administration, engineering, health and community science, climate adaptation, emergency management, preparedness and recovery, finance, infrastructure delivery or public administration. Experience in local government,



particularly in a senior leadership role, is highly desirable. Candidates should bring exceptional communication and a commitment to team-oriented leadership.

Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated experience chairing boards, committees, advisory bodies or similar governance forums.
- Demonstrated senior-level experience and expertise in one or more disciplines relevant to the RA’s functions.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to boards, committees or advisory bodies.
- Ability to analyse complex issues and provide strategic, independent and evidence-based advice.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical leadership, decision-making, integrity and managing conflicts of interest appropriately.

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, detailing your relevant knowledge, skills and experience.

Applications close 26 November at 11:55pm.

Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Should you require further information about the role please contact Guy Mitford, Chief of Staff via [email protected] or call 0427 255 377.

📌 NSW Reconstruction Authority Advisory Board - Board Chair (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Reconstruction Authority
📍 New South Wales