General Manager

General Manager  
Kyogle Council | NSW

• Key leadership role for experienced Local Government GM/CEO.   

• Live in the vibrant NSW Northern Rivers Region close to Brisbane and Byron Bay.   

• Attractive salary package

Kyogle Council is seeking an experienced and engaged General Manager (CEO) to lead organisational effectiveness in alignment with community needs and expectations.

Reporting to the Mayor and Councillors, the ideal candidate will be an outstanding local government leader with strong financial acumen, who will strengthen the sustainability of the organisation and build engagement with diverse stakeholders while also creating a highly capable, positive organisational culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure alignment between the Council, Elected Members and the community so that strategic and operational focus areas reflect community priorities, fostering collaboration and innovation.

• Provide high level advice to the Mayor and Elected Members.

• Oversee Council operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance while also managing budgets and resources to fund and support key projects and initiatives.

• Develop and maintain constructive relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead the workforce to deliver the Community Strategic Plan while building a positive, future focused organisational culture that aligns to Council’s values.

Qualifications, skills, and attributes

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in leading the strategic direction of a local government entity, with a focus on performance improvement. Familiarity with the challenges facing communities in regional NSW, with experience of disaster management will be highly regarded. Additionally, the candidate should have a proven track record in engaging communities and stakeholders to achieve customer-focused outcomes, along with strong financial management skills and a relevant degree qualification in Business/Management or a related field.

Working and Living in the Region

Kyogle is a vibrant region located in the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales covering 3,600 square kilometres. It is known for its natural beauty and the outstanding lifestyle it has to offer and is home to approximately 9,000 residents. Only a short distance to the larger centres of Lismore and Byron Bay, Kyogle offers the opportunity to enjoy a tranquil lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills, lush rainforests and beautiful waterfalls.

How to Apply

Please download the Executive Information Package to view the selection criteria before submitting your application.

Applications close 5pm Monday 10 June 2024.