Position No: 085/2024
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Five (5) year performance-based contract A key leadership opportunity is on offer within the City ofMandurah. Applications are sought for the position ofDirector Business Services. This is an exciting position that willlead the City's corporate teams in achieving our strategicobjectives in line with the Strategic Community Plan but also makea significant contribution to the development of Mandurah as agreat place to live and work.
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This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO),the successful applicant will be expected to not only demonstrateleadership of the Business Services Directorate, but also make asignificant contribution to the ongoing overall performance of theCity. This position will lead the following teams.
Systems & ProjectsGovernance ServicesProcurement and Contracts ServicesPeople and CultureFinancial ServicesInformation ManagementThe key objectives for the role, which can be read in moredetail within the position description, are as follows:
Provide strategic leadership, expert advice and oversightto Council, City officers, not for profit sector, State andFederal Government's and other stakeholders in mattersrelevant to the formulation and development of the strategicand policy objectives of the City.Lead, motivate, encourage, and inspire the development of ahighly effective, engaged, and professional Business Servicesdirectorate with a clear focus on the delivery of plannedoutcomes and the continual development of the capabilities andcapacities of the individual members of the team.Build quality relationships and deliver outstandingservices to key stakeholders including ratepayers, residents,governments, not for profit and private sector and the widercommunity.Provide effective coordination of Business ServicesDirectorate in accordance with relevant legislation, standards,and Council Policy.Lead the integration of departments to ensure a sharedvision of improving the quality of life for the City'sresidents.To be considered for this position you will have:
Degree in relevant discipline and possession of, orprogression towards, post graduate qualifications inmanagement.Significant experience in leading corporate teams in localgovernment.Commitment to self-improvement and professionaldevelopment.Significant experience in dispute resolution andnegotiation skillsWell-developed financial management skills for budgetpreparation, financial and governance controls and projectmanagement skillsThis position is a Designated Senior Employee on a five-yearperformance-based contract. A total remuneration package (includingsuperannuation) between $263,000 to $292,000 will be negotiatedwith the successful candidate.
We are looking for a passionate person who wants to make apositive impact in our community and whose own values aligns toours. If you are a driven professional who thrives in ahigh-performance culture and will drive our vision, we would loveto hear from you.
The City of Mandurah is committed to creating a diverseworkforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as Indigenouspeople, people with disabilities, or from different culturalbackgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To view the Position Description and apply for the position,please visit our Current Vacancies page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au and submit a cover letter, resume and a statement addressing theposition objectives (no more than 2 pages). For further informationregarding the role please contact Dean Ladiges, Manager People& Culture on (08) 9550 3709 (not to be contacted for generalenquiries regarding the recruitment process).
Applications Close 5pm Friday 19 July 2024. The City reserves the right to undertake an Executive searchto support the filling of this important Executive Leadershiprole. Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer Attachments:
- Director Business Services - Position Description.pdf
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