Permanent, Full-time
Play a pivotal role in shaping how Council plans, measures and reports on what it delivers for the community.
* You will sit at the heart of our organisation, working across all departments to connect strategy, performance, projects and financials, ensuring our plans are meaningful, measurable and transparent.
* Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight
* If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys turning complex information into clear insight, collaborating with leaders, and improving how organisations plan and perform, this role offers scope, influence and purpose.
LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB
As a senior member of our Strategy and Performance team, you will coordinate and lead key elements of Council's strategic planning and performance reporting cycle, working closely with Executive, senior leaders and specialists across our organisation.
While experience in Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) or local government is highly valued, we also welcome people with experience in planning and reporting in a business environment. What's critical is your ability to think strategically, manage complex programs of work, analyse data, and communicate clearly with diverse audiences, including elected officials and the community.
You will collaborate closely with colleagues in Business Improvement, Project Governance, Financial Planning and Analysis and Capital Planning to strengthen alignment between what Council says it will do, what it funds, and what it delivers.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate Council's strategic planning and performance reporting processes
* Develop and present monthly, quarterly and annual reports against IP&R documents
* Analyse performance data to identify trends, insights and improvement opportunities
* Provide strategic advice to inform organisational planning and decision-making
* Manage corporate performance measurement and benchmarking activities
* Improve systems, tools and processes that support IP&R, including user engagement and training
* Work collaboratively across departments to improve integration between planning, delivery and reporting
* Support continuous improvement in how Council measures performance and reports to the community
Read the position statement click here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOUYou're a confident, collaborative professional with strong project management capability and experience in strategic planning, business analysis and performance reporting. You're comfortable working within legislative and governance frameworks and enjoy the structured rhythm of planning, reviewing and reporting year-to-year and quarter-to-quarter.
You work easily across our organisation, collaborating with every department to pull together complex information and turn it into clear, accurate reports for Executive, Council and the community. A strong communicator, you're not afraid to ask questions, challenge constructively and support change, with a focus on continuous improvement, transparency and accountability in how public outcomes are delivered.
You bring:
* A bachelor's degree in business, business administration, or a related discipline, or extensive experience in a similar role
* Strong experience in developing corporate plans, strategies and performance reports
* High-level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences
* Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills, with a talent for turning data into insight
* Proven stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence without authority
* Strong organisational and project management capability, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
* A strategic mindset, with the ability to see the bigger picture while understanding organisational complexity
* Experience in local government, a publicly accountable environment, budgeting, or the NSW IP&R Framework is highly regarded but not essential. We will support the right candidate to build capability in this space.
LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS
* Competitive salary from $101,090 to $117,483 per year + 12% superannuation
* Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
* Annual Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
* Supportive team culture with mentoring and professional development
* We are committed to being an employer of choice. We will do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority
* We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our corporate fitness program starting from $10.00 per week, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program.
* Click here to view more perks on offer
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START
* If you're looking for a strategic role where your work genuinely matters and where you can grow deep expertise in a niche, high-value space we'd love to hear from you Send your application in bymidnight, Sunday 8 February 2026
* For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Jenni Donaldson, Coordinator Strategy and Performance, on or via email
* If you would like assistance submitting your application, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Georgina Green, Talent Attraction Partneron or via email
* Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you
* To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
* Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.