About the team
This role sits within the Office of the CEO, a strategically focused and high‐performing division that plays a central role in shaping and delivering the City of Gold Coast's organisational priorities. Reporting directly to the GM Office of the CEO, the Specialist Strategic Portfolio Management will join a team that operates at the heart of executive leadership, governance, and strategic alignment across the organisation.
The team works closely with senior leaders, Program Directors, Project Managers and specialists from across the City to ensure strategic, operational, infrastructure, cultural and transformation initiatives are well‐designed, effectively governed and delivered with clarity and confidence. The environment is dynamic, collaborative and fast‐paced, with a strong emphasis on high‐performance principles, strategic thinking and cross‐organisational integration.
Team members engage broadly with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies, community organisations, local businesses and consultants to secure collaboration, manage expectations and support successful program outcomes. The Office of the CEO fosters a culture of care, respect, safety and wellbeing, while maintaining a strong commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for the Gold Coast community.
About the role
The Specialist Strategic Portfolio Management will provide senior level coordination, planning, governance support and oversight across a diverse portfolio of strategic, operational, infrastructure, cultural and organisational transformation initiatives. The role ensures projects are well‐designed, achievable, and aligned with organisational strategy, stakeholder expectations, and approved governance frameworks, acting as a central integrator between executive intent and delivery activity.
The role requires a high performing professional with political acumen to work effectively across complex, high‐profile, and politically sensitive priorities, monitoring delivery progress.
We're looking for people who have:
* Bachelor Degree of Business or equivalent knowledge coupled with qualifications and/or significant experience in Project and Program Management
* Strong understanding of project governance frameworks, financial processes, and reporting practices
* Demonstrated excellence in producing high impact written communications, including strategic papers, executive briefings, comprehensive project plans, and high-level reporting for senior/executive decisionmakers
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities to manage a team of professionals, with the ability to clearly and influentially articulate a vision
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
* Personal and professional development courses
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
* 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to applyTo submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to complete the screening question and upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Salary details and benefits will be provided during the interview process. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Michelle Field
Contact Email ******@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date Sunday 22nd March 2026, 11:59pm
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.