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Director Strategic Partnerships

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Job Title: Director Strategic Partnerships
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Brisbane
Classification: Communities, Corporate Services, Executives
Client: Burke Shire Council
Reference: 3392
Job Published: 14 Oct 2024
Closing Date: 03 Nov 2024

Job Description

Director of Strategic Partnerships | Burke Shire Council

  • Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy:  Build high-impact partnerships that create lasting change.

  • Political & External Engagement: advance the council’s strategic interests.

Location: Brisbane or Cairns or negotiated location (with travel to the Burke Shire)
Salary: $210,000 + potential allowances

Are you a visionary leader with the ability to turn strategy into action?  Do you thrive on building high-impact relationships and driving meaningful change? Burke Shire Council is looking for a Director of Strategic Partnerships to help guide the sustainable development of our shire by generating partnership initiatives.

Why Burke Shire Council? Burke Shire offers an unparalleled opportunity to leave a lasting legacy. In this key role, you will be a trusted advisor to the Mayor and Councillors, driving initiatives that propel our region into a new era of development, by having direct contact to both the Mayor and councillors.

This pivotal role involves fostering relationships with government and regional stakeholders and driving strategic initiatives that support the council’s long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain relationships with State and Federal departments, Ministers, and Regional Councils to advance Burke Shire’s interests.

  • Advocate for policy changes that benefit the council and its communities.

  • Strengthen regional collaboration, particularly in infrastructure and economic development directly affecting Burke Shire.

  • The position works closely with the CEO and Executive Management Team, to ensure alignment of external opportunities with operational and strategic goals.

Focus Areas:

  • Housing and Community Projects: Assist in the development and implementation of Strategic and Corporate projects -including housing to meet community needs.

  • Energy and tourism: Identify opportunities to promote long-term growth in these sectors.

  • Native Title and Joint Land Tenure: Navigate complex legislation to enable land use projects that contribute to the Shire’s long-term vision.

Ideal Candidate:

A results-driven, charismatic leader who is passionate about turning vision into reality. You are:

  • A proven advocate: a natural connector, skilled at building high-level partnerships that deliver real outcomes.

  • Politically savvy: adept at navigating complex political environments and influencing decision-makers.

  • Ambitious and visionary: Ambitious, with the strategic insight to position Burke Shire as a respected entity in Government and private enterprise.

If you’re ready to be the driving force behind Burke Shire’s success, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of one of Queensland’s most exciting regions.

How to Apply:

Please download the Applicant Information Pack to view the Position Description and Selection Criteria before submitting your application.

Applications close 5pm Monday 4 November 2024.

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