About the role
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and expert support to a team delivering sport and recreation planning across Greater Geelong. Responsible for enhancing facilities through effective strategies and policies, it promotes community participation in physical activity. The position also ensures the successful delivery of high-profile projects while managing key stakeholder relationships.

Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 8 $118,486 - $131,749 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide a high level of strategic leadership to the Sport & Recreation Planning team to ensure the development of plans, policies, standards, procedures and strategic documents that will guide the delivery of high-quality contemporary sport and recreation outcomes for the community
• Lead with self-awareness, resilience, and valuing diversity by role modelling, coaching and supporting team members to ensure they are engaged, committed and results oriented.
• Ensure systems and processes are in place that provide data and insights on any provision or service gaps to inform future sport and recreation development priorities, and infrastructure delivery.
• Monitor and advise on the implications arising from government policy and funding opportunities relating to sport and recreation planning.
• Provide subject matter expertise and advice to leaders and other relevant stakeholders

About you
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced leader with strong people management skills and a passion for community development. The ideal candidate excels in policy development, strategic planning, and project management within sport and recreation. Strong stakeholder collaboration, financial management, and problem-solving abilities are essential, along with integrity, innovation, and a drive for positive change.

Essential Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in relevant specialist field(s) and or significant professional experience in a comparable organisation.
• Demonstrable experience and an excellent reputation in the leadership and management of people within a comparable organisation.
• Experience in developing policies and strategies to support the effective planning and delivery of sport and recreation.
• Ability to effectively manage complex projects from consultation, concept development, and design phases through to full implementation. 
• Well-developed problem solving and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build cooperation and partnerships.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!

Child Safety Responsibilities 
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Diversity and Inclusion 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries
Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Amie Higgs – Manager Community Participation | 5272 4534 | AHiggs@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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