VPS5 Senior Regional Planning & Recovery Officer Randstad•Geelong, VIC, AU
Are you a strategic planner with a passion for community resilience? Join a leading Victorian public sector entity dedicated to supporting communities as they rebuild and recover after major emergencies.
In this VPS5 role, you will lead operational relief and recovery coordination planning, ensuring that local communities remain at the heart of all recovery activities. This is a full-time, 12-week (3-month) contract following a Monday–Friday schedule.
The role:
As a Senior Regional Planning Officer, you will be an integral member of a regional team, driving planning and operations across regional and state-level priorities. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining working from home with essential travel across the Geelong (Barwon South West) and Grampians regions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Planning: Coordinate operational relief and recovery planning during and after emergency events.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Forge strong connections across government agencies and councils to facilitate a partnership approach.
* Issue Management: Identify and resolve emerging risks and complex issues in accordance with emergency management governance.
* Strategic Reporting: Prepare high-quality operational reports for executives and provide expert advice on contentious business matters.
* Operational Support: Support the design and delivery of objectives that impact localized service delivery and community expectations.
What You'll Bring:
* Technical Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of relevant government legislation and experience in emergency management or regional/local government activities.
* Planning & Writing: Exceptional report writing skills and the ability to translate strategic direction into actionable team plans.
* Resilience: The ability to stay calm under pressure and lead teams through challenging, high-stakes situations.
* Interpersonal Impact: A \"trusted relationship builder\" with the ability to navigate differences of opinion and communicate with credibility.
* Mobility: A valid Victorian Driver's Licence is mandatory. You must be willing to travel regularly across the region.
Why Apply?
* Meaningful Work: Directly impact the safety and resilience of Victorian communities.
* Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements with a mix of WFH and regional engagement.
* Professional Growth: Lead complex projects and contribute to state-wide recovery strategies.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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