Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public WorksLocal Government North Region; Strategy and Service Delivery; Local Government; CairnsAs a valued employee in the Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV), previously known as the Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works, you will play a vital role in delivering a range of services that make a real difference to the lives of Queenslanders.As a Region Manager located in the Cairns Office of our Northern Region team in Local Government Division you will lead and manage a team in the delivery of departmental programs and initiatives to local governments providing high-quality, professional and effective client-focused services and advice. The Northern Region Team services 37 Local Government Areas across the north of the State.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain cohesive and functional relationships across LGWV's Local Government Division.Maintain expert knowledge and understanding of the local government sector, lead and manage departmental officers, in order to build council capability and provide advice to and from the Department on a range of matters (including Council statutory obligations, governance, project management and financial sustainability issues), ensuring that quality, timeframe and departmental standards are met.Demonstrate leadership by sharing insight and proactively advancing key priorities.Lead and manage cross divisional teams that are established to develop and implement effective action plans to support Councils that require intensive support.Effectively lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a team of staff including project management and monitoring of funded projects.Demonstrate high-level communication and relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders and clients.Lead the delivery of training activities, workshops, meetings, seminars and events.For further information about this role, please refer to the role description.Applications to remain current for 12 monthsJob Ad Reference: QLD/611455/24Closing Date: Friday, 17 January 2025Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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