Senior Reporting and Insights Advisor

19 hours ago

Yarra Glen, Victoria, Australia Glen Eira City Council Careers Full time
  • Continue to drive our reporting excellence
  • Full time permanent position with flexible work options available
  • Band 7: $106K - $119K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team
The Engagement and Insights team is part of the Public Affairs department, which is made up of a high-performing, values-led group of communications, engagement, reporting and advocacy professionals who care deeply about Glen Eira's community. Our purpose is to build trust, helping people feel informed, engaged, heard and represented.

The Engagement and Insights team leads Council's community engagement and corporate reporting functions, bringing together what we hear from our community and how we measure our performance. We help Council understand what matters most to our community and respond with clarity, transparency and purpose. We tell the story of Council's performance in ways that are timely, insightful and grounded in what people care about.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a team that's supportive, curious and community focused, we'd love to hear from you

About the role
As our Senior Reporting and Insight Advisor you will lead our reporting function and bring our 2025-2029 Council Plan to life. You will take ownership of how we measure, communicate and execute our performance reporting to ensure all legislative requirements are met.

This role blends technical excellence with creative communication to establish a transparent connection with the Glen Eira Community.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Delivering strategic performance reporting aligned with the Council Plan.
  • Creating community-facing reports, including annual reports and mid-year progress updates.
  • Assisting the executive team through a high-impact Executive Dashboard, supporting strategic decision-making with timely and relevant insights.
  • Supporting the Coordinator Engagement and Insights to lead innovation in reporting and enhance operational efficiency through continuous improvement.
  • Building strong collaborative working relationships with our Finance and Digital and Technology Services departments, with the ability to liaise across all Council directorates.

About you
You will bring your experience in performance measurement, monitoring and reporting to enhance how Glen Eira tackles our reporting framework and integrated planning. You will be an expert in navigating reporting systems, with the ability to think strategically and focus on continuous improvement.

You will also possess knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and regulatory requirements governing local government.

The following is also required:

  • Tertiary qualifications in related field along with relevant experience in performance measurement, monitoring and reporting OR lesser formal qualification with extensive experience.
  • Proven experience in delivering accurate and timely performance reporting.
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and work under time constraints with multiple stakeholders.
  • Detailed understanding of how to navigate the legislative and regulation requirements that guide the Integrated Planning Framework within Local Government.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate sensitive issues to various audiences and stakeholders
  • Comprehensive skills and experience using corporate planning and reporting applications and Microsoft Power BI.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

  • Employee Working with Children Check
  • New National Police Record Check
  • Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Senior Reporting and Insights Advisor - Position Description - August 2025.pdf

Apply NOW
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button. As part of your application, you will need to:

  • Attach your resume
  • Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Thursday 4th of September 2025 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Stacey Murphy, Coordinator Engagement and Insights on 9524 3394 or email SMurphy@gleneira.vic.gov.au.

What's on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

  • Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office
  • Flexible work options
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
  • Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
  • Reward and recognition programs
  • Comprehensive leave entitlements
  • Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

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