Executive Director Corpore Services – 8 month contract
3 weeks ago
This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic leadership and stability during a pivotal period for LGA. You will be responsible for financial management, oversight of programs and leading corporate strategies within LGA. We are seeking a strong, capable leader who can guide the organisation through this important phase, with the possibility of extension beyond the initial term.
In this role you will:
Lead strategic financial management across the LGA and its subsidiaries.
Build and maintain strong relationships with the LGA Board of Directors, executives, management and external stakeholders.
Manage the LGA's Audit and Risk Committee and deliver the organisation's risk management program.
Support and oversee the delivery of key grant programs.
Lead the web solutions team to ensure the effective delivery of information technology services.
About you
You will bring strong leadership to a diverse department, driving key organisational and strategic objectives. You will demonstrate expertise in finance and business processes, possess a solid understanding of grant funding and programs to support effective delivery and have experience leading corporate functions and governance.
You will need:
High-level knowledge and experience of accounting practices and standards.
Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and inspire high performing teams.
Detailed understanding and proven capability in project management.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to judge and prioritise work programs to meet organisational needs in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
What we do
We're here to help local government build stronger communities. Since 1896, our work has backed local decision-making and today supports councils across South Australia.
We do this in many ways. For one, we lead advocacy and discussions with state and federal decision-makers and key stakeholders. We make sure the issues affecting our communities are heard, loud and clear.
We also help local government be at the top of their game. We provide training and networking opportunities, secure funding for projects, and work hard to reduce risk and save members money.
And community is at the heart of everything we do. Because we know if our local governments are thriving, then our communities are, too.
At LGA it's our people that make our work shine. Our close-knit team cares and collaborates to offer the very best for members. By joining our team you'll get:
Flexible, hybrid work environment
Supportive and positive team culture
Modern office in the east end of the Adelaide CBD
Health and wellbeing programs
How to apply
If you are interested in applying, please submit via SEEK with a short covering letter outlining your skills and experience in relation to the role requirements and a current resume with two referees. To view the position description, visit lga.sa.gov.au/employment.
Applications must be submitted by Monday, 25 August 2025
LGA embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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