Associate Director, Regional Coordination

6 days ago

Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia Premier's Department NSW Full time
Premier's Department

Associate Director, Regional Coordination

You. At the centre of big ideas.
  • Lead critical place-based regional priorities across NSW
  • Seeking a collaborative leader with expertise in stakeholder engagement and project delivery
  • Ongoing Clerk Grade 11/12 role, based in Wagga Wagga.

About the Role

As our new Associate Director, Regional Coordination, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-impact, cross-agency government initiatives that improve the lives of people across regional NSW - specifically the Riverina Murray region.

Sitting within the Infrastructure and Regional Coordination branch, Delivery and Engagement group of the Premier's Department, this role drives place-based delivery of NSW Government priorities through collaboration with agencies, local councils, communities and industry.

You'll be responsible for coordinating regional efforts to support service delivery reform, managing whole-of-government programs, and providing strategic advice on regional issues. You'll also lead a small team, build trusted relationships with regional stakeholders, and support executive and ministerial engagement, including visits to the region.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For
  • Strategic Leadership: Experience leading regional initiatives across government or complex organisations, with the ability to turn priorities into practical, place-based outcomes
  • People and Team Management: Proven ability to lead and develop dispersed teams to deliver high-impact results
  • Program Delivery: Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-agency programs from planning to implementation, with strong governance and reporting skills
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building trusted relationships with councils, industry, Aboriginal communities, and local organisations
  • Communication & Problem-Solving: Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to navigate diverse interests and drive collaborative solutions
  • Government Knowledge: Solid understanding of NSW Government processes, ministerial engagement, and whole-of-government initiatives
  • Qualifications & Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualifications are desirable. A current driver's licence is essential, with regular regional travel required.
We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?
  • Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
  • Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
  • Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
  • Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
  • A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
  • A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)
Closing date: Sunday, 31 August 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($149,739 - $ 173,174) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Giles Butler, Director, Riverina Murray on giles.butler@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.

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