Director Sector Policy

Job Description

Unique opportunity to influence public policy and achieve high-impact outcomes within the Local Government sector Permanent/ongoing full-time role available Sydney, Parramatta or Nowra location encouraged with flexible working supported TRP from $217k to $242k including superannuation , commensurate with experience Are you passionate about shaping the future of local government and helping the NSW Government build stronger, more capable councils? Do you thrive in leading complex policy development and making strategic decisions that drive meaningful change? We have an exciting opportunity for a Director Sector Policy to join the Office of Local Government. The Office of Local Government has recently restructured to be sharper in its focus on how it can improve the development of the sector, while also strengthening its performance. These changes are part of making the Office of Local Government a more effective regulator of councils. As the Director Sector Policy, you will lead policy professionals in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic policy frameworks that allow effective local government in NSW. As an advisor to the Deputy Secretary and Senior Executives, you will play a critical role in forming the policy positions and instruments to develop the local government sector. This is a key role which enables you to cultivate strategic partnerships across multiple government sectors, including a broad mix of stakeholders to enhance collaboration and to support policy development, evaluation and implementation. The role also enables you to focus on building sector knowledge, improving processes, and delivering shared public value. About You To be successful in this role, you will be a dynamic leader with a proven track record in driving the development and implementation of strategic policy and legislative reforms, ideally within government or local government sectors. Your experience in governance, policy development, and implementation in the local government sector will be crucial as you will guide the development of effective policy frameworks. The key to your success will be your strong leadership and people management skills coupled with your ability to lead high-performing teams in complex policy environments. You will also be confident in navigating complex political landscapes that exist at the intersection of multiple levels of government, be adept at building strategic partnerships and engaging with diverse stakeholder groups to drive the delivery of policy and legislative reforms. If you are seeking a rewarding role where you can make a significant impact in local government policy and drive meaningful change at the strategic level, we want to hear from you! About Us The Office of Local Government is part of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), which has the role of improving the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments. To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close on Sunday, 2 February 2025 at 11:55pm Should you require further information about the role please contact Melissa Chetcuti, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition via email at A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Looking for more information or assistance in applying? We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role. #J-18808-Ljbffr