Coordinator Strategy and Executive

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Coordinator Executive and Strategy to provide high‑level strategic, governance and executive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversee support to both the CEO and the Mayor. This pivotal role ensures the effective delivery of Council’s governance, leadership and corporate objectives and contributes directly to strong organisational decision‑making.Reporting to the Manager Stakeholder and Executive, this position plays a key role within Council’s leadership framework and works closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Elected Members and senior officers across the organisation.About the roleThe Coordinator Executive and Strategy is responsible for coordinating key administrative, strategic planning and governance functions that support the smooth operation of Council’s leadership and decision‑making processes.This includes:Facilitating the efficient administration of Council meetings, workshops and management meetings.Coordinating Council’s corporate strategic planning obligations and associated reporting.Managing day‑to‑day Elected Member governance and enquiries.Providing high‑level analytical and editorial support to the CEO.Leading and supporting the Executive Assistants to the CEO and Mayor to ensure cohesive, professional executive administration across the Office of the CEO and Office of the Mayor. About youTo be successful in this role you will bring:Significant experience providing high‑level executive, governance or strategic support in a complex organisation (local government experience highly regarded).Strong understanding of governance processes, Council meeting procedures and strategic planning frameworks.Exceptional written communication, editorial and analytical skills.Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide and support executive support staff.Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion and professionalism.Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to public sector values. Why join us?This is a unique opportunity to work at the centre of Council’s leadership and decision‑making, influencing outcomes that directly benefit the community. You’ll be part of a collaborative and values‑driven organisation that supports professional growth and high‑quality public service. What’s in it for you?Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choicediverse and engaging work9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements15% Superannuationa motivated team that is supportive and values driven access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAPonly 15 minutes drive from Hobart CBD,  with free parking Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025 Position details:Full-Time, 76 hours fortnight, with RDO.  Our commitment to community:Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria addressing how your skills and experience relate to the Position Description.a current resume.Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 10.00pm on Sunday, 15 March 2026.Interested?  Please call Christine Lane, Manager Stakeholder and Executive on 0418238971.Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!Position Description - Coordinator Executive and Strategy AUD Glenorchy 7010

Coordinator Strategy and Executive

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Coordinator Executive and Strategy to provide high‑level strategic, governance and executive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversee support to both the CEO and the Mayor. This pivotal role ensures the effective delivery of Council’s governance, leadership and corporate objectives and contributes directly to strong organisational decision‑making.

Reporting to the Manager Stakeholder and Executive, this position plays a key role within Council’s leadership framework and works closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Elected Members and senior officers across the organisation.

About the role

The Coordinator Executive and Strategy is responsible for coordinating key administrative, strategic planning and governance functions that support the smooth operation of Council’s leadership and decision‑making processes.

This includes:

  • Facilitating the efficient administration of Council meetings, workshops and management meetings.
  • Coordinating Council’s corporate strategic planning obligations and associated reporting.
  • Managing day‑to‑day Elected Member governance and enquiries.
  • Providing high‑level analytical and editorial support to the CEO.
  • Leading and supporting the Executive Assistants to the CEO and Mayor to ensure cohesive, professional executive administration across the Office of the CEO and Office of the Mayor.

 About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

  • Significant experience providing high‑level executive, governance or strategic support in a complex organisation (local government experience highly regarded).
  • Strong understanding of governance processes, Council meeting procedures and strategic planning frameworks.
  • Exceptional written communication, editorial and analytical skills.
  • Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide and support executive support staff.
  • Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion and professionalism.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to public sector values.

 Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to work at the centre of Council’s leadership and decision‑making, influencing outcomes that directly benefit the community. You’ll be part of a collaborative and values‑driven organisation that supports professional growth and high‑quality public service.

 What’s in it for you?

  • Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice
  • diverse and engaging work
  • 9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements
  • 15% Superannuation
  • a motivated team that is supportive and values driven 
  • access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
  • only 15 minutes drive from Hobart CBD,  with free parking 
  • Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

 Position details:

  • Full-Time, 76 hours fortnight, with RDO. 

 Our commitment to community:

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

How to apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

Your application must include:

  • a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria addressing how your skills and experience relate to the Position Description.
  • a current resume.

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 10.00pm on Sunday, 15 March 2026.

Interested?  Please call Christine Lane, Manager Stakeholder and Executive on 0418238971.

Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!