Corporate Planning and Reporting Coordinator

Our aspiration is driven by an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of services we provide to our diverse and spirited community. Since the 2022 flood events, Council has continued to showcase our collective strength in partnership with the community, to lead the recovery efforts. Our journey has taken us far, and today, Lismore is starting to thrive again. It’s time for people who live, work and play in the region to enjoy and celebrate all the things we love about Lismore, to Back Lismore.

We #backlismore careers and embrace those who bring fresh perspectives and unique talents, making our journey toward greater success all the more vibrant and rewarding.

Lismore City Council, is seeking a Corporate Planning and Reporting Coordinator. This role will support the preparation, reporting, and improvement of the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework while working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on the Capacity Capability and Recovery Roadmap (CCRR) project.

The main duties of the Corporate Planning and Reporting Coordinator will include developing the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program, and annual Operational Plans. The role involves collaborating with senior leaders to ensure effective planning and reporting systems and monitoring progress and preparing reports to track Council’s performance against its strategic objectives.

This position is a permanent full time role, 70 hours per fortnight and will primarily be based at our Corporate Centre in Goonellabah.  

What we can offer you

• Attractive salary from $91,183 plus superannuation

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

What we trust you to deliver 

• The development and implementation of Council’s integrated planning and reporting framework, including the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program, annual Operational Plans, and other relevant corporate plans

• Coordination of the CCRR project in conjunction with the CFO, including working with staff responsible for project delivery to assist in preparing progress and financial reports to the Executive, Council and the Office of Local Government in accordance with required timeframes

• Manage and champion the operation of Council’s corporate performance software system to ensure data is accurate and robust, train users, respond to user enquiries and identify process improvements

• Project management of the design, production and dissemination of and Council’s Annual Report and End of Term Report in compliance with relevant legislation

What you'll need to be successful

• Tertiary qualifications in a business related/ corporate planning discipline or demonstrated hands on experience in developing corporate planning and policy documents.

• Working knowledge and understanding of the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework and its reporting requirements under the NSW Local Government Act 1993, together with experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and procedures. 

• Highly developed analytical skills with proven experience gathering and analysing business data to assist strategic planning and business decision making

• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us. 

Please review the position description and utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.

Applications close 9am Monday 23 September 2024.

Additional details

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Christine Cotterill, Governance and Risk Manager, on 02 6625 0460.

Prior to employment, a series of pre-employment evaluations may include but not limited to; health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments and reference checks.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly.