Organisation
The National Capital Authority (NCA) is established under the PALM Act 1988. The NCA is a non-corporate Australian Government agency within the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts portfolio, and is accountable to the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories. The NCA performs the role of trustee of the National Capital and in this capacity serves the interests of the Australian Government, the nation and its people. In short, the NCA is responsible for:
* shaping the National Capital into the future;
* managing and enhancing the nationally significant parts of Canberra; and,
* fostering awareness of Canberra as Australia's National Capital.
Branch
The Planning Branch is a small multi-disciplinary team which includes responsibilities for the ongoing planning for the National Capital including:
* Statutory planning;
* Heritage matters;
* The diplomatic estate.
The Planning and Design branch actively supports the key statutory objectives of the NCA. Our people manage the National Capital Plan to ensure that Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory are planned and developed in accordance with their national significance. Our team assess and approve applications to undertake works in designated areas. We prepare development control plans, urban design guidelines, and manage various heritage plans.
Role
The Chief Planner reports to the Chief Executive of the NCA and supports the Authority (the Board of the NCA) through the Chief Executive (member of the board). The Chief Planner leads the Planning Branch. The Planning Branch has the responsibility for the strategic and statutory planning of the National Capital, under the requirements of the PALM Act 1988, and the National Capital Plan.
Duties
* Support the Chief Executive with strategic and implementation advice in relation to strategic planning, urban design, diplomatic estate and heritage.
* Lead the Planning Branch through the provision of high‐level analysis, strategic advice, support, and coordination.
* Manage the Planning Branch in accordance with government policies on human resource management and developing including workforce planning, financial and business improvement.
* Develop strong relationships and networks between the NCA, other APS agencies, the ACT Government, and industry stakeholders.
* Represent the NCA in inter‐agency forums, community consultations, Senate Estimates, and other government committees as required.
* Participate as a constructive member of the NCA Executive Team and contribute to NCA governance and organisational priorities.
* Ensure the NCA and Planning Branch complies with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines.
Job Skills and Qualifications
* Qualifications and significant, relevant experience in planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, project management or related disciplines are mandatory.
* Ability to gain and maintain a security classification of Negative Vetting Level 1 is mandatory.
Selection Criteria
The occupant will be required to demonstrate the following:
* A strong record of effective leadership and demonstrated management skills, including relevant experience in leading and managing multi‐disciplinary teams;
* Well‐developed strategic thinking ability and a high level of conceptual and analytical skills;
* Proven ability to effectively manage complex programs and resources;
* A strong record of collaborative and productive work styles with internal and external stakeholders, including other Australian and state government agencies;
* An effective communicator, in both public and private settings, and possess strong negotiation skills;
* Ability to formulate, implement and interpret policies across the range of agency responsibilities;
* Demonstrated understanding of governance, corporate and financial risk management.
The following are desirable criteria:
* Experience working in the areas of strategic planning, town planning and urban design.
* Understanding of and/or interest in the role of the National Capital.
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