1x ongoing and multiple temporary roles available up to 2025All NSW locations to be considered (subject to an approved NSW Reconstruction Authority office location) with flexible work optionsClerk Grade 9/10 Salary ($120,859 - $133,183) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingAre you passionate about making a real impact in community preparedness? Join us to challenge the status quo and build a team with diverse skills to support the NSW Reconstruction Authority and NSW Government in guiding communities to prepare for both today and tomorrow. We're looking for someone to help shape frameworks and programs that drive meaningful outcomes for communities. If you have experience with communities, not-for-profits, and/or councils, and possess a strong grasp of disaster management strategies and programs within Australia or internationally, we want you on our team. Be a driving force in building stronger, resilient communities and shaping a safer future.
About The RoleAs the Senior Strategy Program Officer you will lead the development and delivery of strategic risk awareness and community preparedness programs. This role is pivotal in ensuring alignment with NSW Government objectives and addressing community and stakeholder needs.
In This Role, You WillDevelop and Deliver Strategies: Create and implement risk awareness and community preparedness strategies, collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure alignment with NSW Government objectives and community needs.Build Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, councils, community groups, NGOs, and private sector entities, to gather insights and coordinate effective program delivery.Drive Behaviour Change: Develop objectives to inform communication and engagement strategies, creating practical approaches to support disaster preparedness for all community segments, including those most at risk or least engaged.Support Local Preparedness: Guide structured local preparedness analysis and planning processes, providing strategic advice to help communities prepare for disasters.Manage Governance: Oversee governance approaches to support collaborative decision-making, including setting agendas, elevating key decisions, and preparing progress reports and presentations.Monitor and Evaluate: Develop and implement program logic, outcomes, KPIs, and tracking mechanisms to monitor progress, gather feedback, and drive continuous improvement.Maintain Expertise: Stay current with best-practice approaches, translating research and evaluation into practical tools and resources for stakeholders.Foster Team Culture: Promote collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the team, setting clear performance standards and deadlines.For more details about the role please click here to access the role description. If you are unable to download a copy, please contact ****** and a copy will be emailed to you.
About YouWe are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual with:
Expertise in Project Management: A strong foundation in managing complex projects, including experience in developing, driving, and implementing strategies and programs.Knowledge of Emergency Management: Understanding of disaster preparedness principles, risk assessment methodologies, emergency management arrangements and NSW legislation and community resilience frameworks.Cultural Proficiency: Ability to navigate and communicate effectively across diverse demographic groups and stakeholders, including community organisations, government agencies, NGOs, and businesses.Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated experience in facilitating meetings, managing committees, and engaging with various stakeholders to achieve project goals.Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management or change management, or equivalent experience, with a proven track record of successful project delivery, strategies and/or programs.Expertise in Facilitation: Demonstrated experience in managing meetings, committees, and governance forums with a collaborative approach.Community Development Awareness: Familiarity with community development principles, local dynamics, and best practices.Foundation in Disaster Preparedness: A strong understanding of disaster preparedness principles, risk assessment methodologies, and community resilience frameworks.Essential RequirementsKnowledge and understanding of emergency management arrangements and associated NSW legislation, or the ability to quickly build this understanding.Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in project management or change management, in order to develop, drive and implement relevant strategies and programs.Familiarity with community development principles and best practices, and knowledge of local community dynamics and issues.About The AgencyThe NSW Reconstruction Authority (the Authority) is a statutory corporation within Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. The Authority will improve how NSW plans for disasters and help communities to recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, NGOs, businesses, and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities, and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:Flexible working practicesContemporary workspaces and technologyAccess to learning and development opportunitiesEmployee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)Workforce that values inclusionCompetitive pay and conditions (including flex-time)Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSWHow do I apply?Attach a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential requirements and capabilities of this role, as specified in the role description (maximum of 2 pages).Attach an up-to-date resume detailing your capabilities, skills and experience relevant to the role.Attach a response to the following questions (maximum of 1 page for both responses).Please outline what you believe to be the opportunities and challenges in creating preparedness frameworks and programs for communities, councils and individuals.What do you believe is missing from current community led preparedness?For more information about this role, please contact Jason Collins - Director Community Preparedness via ******Applications close Tuesday 24 September 2024 (11:55pm)
DiversityGreat people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
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A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
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