• Permanent, Full-Time Career Opportunity – 35 hours per week
• Attractive Salary from $1,652.60 up to $1,900.45 PLUS (11.5% Super)
• Rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days off a year
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• Join a dynamic team dedicated to community engagement and strategic planning.

ABOUT MOREE PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL

Moree Plains Shire Council is a progressive Local Government organisation dedicated to serving the community of Moree and enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

Our team is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in all that we do.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Corporate Planning & Engagement Officer will provide high-level support to the General Manager concerning Integrated Planning and Reporting (IPR) matters. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the Council meets its obligations under the IPR framework and its enabling legislation.

This position involves the development, production, and delivery of essential documents such as the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program, Operational Plan, and various reports. The successful candidate will also be responsible for facilitating stakeholder engagement to support the Council's strategic goals.

Further details about the role can be found in the position description. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in community engagement and strategic planning, complemented by relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience.

• Demonstrated experience in developing, reviewing, and submitting corporate plans.
• Solid understanding of strategic planning and project management. 
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to work outside of standard office hours for community engagement activities when necessary.

We are looking for an individual who is organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a positive impact within the community.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary for the Corporate Planning & Engagement Officer position ranges from $85,935.20 to $98,823.40 commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional benefits include:

• Long service leave after 5 years of employment.
• Flexible working arrangements with a rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days off a year!
• Salary packaging opportunities to maximise take home pay
• 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• 15 days sick leave.
• Educational assistance for career development.
• Corporate Uniform allowance

If you are passionate about governance and eager to contribute to the success of Moree Plains Shire Council, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

This position closes at 11:59pm Tuesday 29 October 2024.

HOW TO APPLY

Please address the selection criteria below.  All applications must be made online only.  

To maximise your chance of gaining an interview for this position, it is important that you address the essential and desirable criteria. To find out more, please read Moree Plains Shire Council's guidelines & Checklist for job applicants. 

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s Human Resources Team on (02) 67 573 342 or via email jobs@mpsc.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to safety:

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.