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Applications closing on 16 March 2026, 12:00 PM
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 16 March 2025
Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.
Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.
The role
The Manager leads and manages the planning and delivery of Council's Economic and Cultural services through:
* Development of strategies, policies and guidelines in accordance with Councils long term strategic direction
* Liaising effectively with internal and external stakeholders including representing the organisation on relevant boards and committees when requested
* Management of the annual unit budget
* Providing leadership, guidance and supporting the development of staff
* Developing and maintaining the trust and confidence of staff, Councillors, the Mount Alexander Shire community and our partners
* Interpreting and managing legislation and regulation requirements
As a member of the leadership team, you will work closely with other senior staff to create and maintain a culture that supports high levels of staff engagement and performance.
We won't settle until we find the right person for the role and our organisation, who will have:
* Substantial knowledge, experience and a proven track record as an effective leader in a similar senior role
* A sound understanding of key pressures and opportunities impacting on regional Victoria, the local government sector and the business areas within the organisation.
* Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to work effectively in a complex, political environment.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
* Hybrid working options– work from home and the office
* Flexible working arrangements, including options for part time work and rostered days off
* Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
* Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Lisa Knight, Director Healthy Communities, on (03) 5471 1700 .
Please ensure your application includes:
* A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
* A copy of your current resume
* Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description
Additional information
Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.
Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.
For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.
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