Senior Strategic Advisor

Senior Strategic Advisor - Organizational Development

Join our team as a Senior Strategic Advisor - Organizational Development. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in shaping the organization's future by driving impactful planning processes and delivering robust performance reporting.

This exciting opportunity has arisen for a strategic advisor to join a highly respected public sector organization. As a senior strategic advisor, you will be at the forefront of organizational development initiatives that support Queensland's building and construction industry.

You will be responsible for engaging with senior leaders to develop forward-thinking strategies that align with organizational goals. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing comprehensive performance reporting cycles, preparing detailed reports that drive transparency and informed decision-making.

As a key member of the team, you will provide expert advice on planning frameworks within government contexts, empowering teams across the business unit to deliver results efficiently.

Success in this position requires not only technical expertise but also a commitment to upholding public sector values such as integrity, accountability, respect for others, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, implementation, and review of strategic frameworks, operational plans, and performance reporting activities to meet evolving organizational needs.
• Take responsibility for managing key strategic and operational planning processes, including regular evaluation of performance indicators against desired outcomes.
• Lead the preparation of annual, quarterly, and ad hoc performance reports that inform decision-making at all levels of the organization.
• Contribute to specific projects aimed at enhancing strategy development, planning effectiveness, and reporting accuracy across the business unit.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management teams and staff on best practices in planning and reporting within Queensland Government frameworks.
• Represent the team on relevant issues related to planning and reporting both internally and externally as required by organizational priorities.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues across divisions as well as external stakeholders by fostering effective networks, consulting widely, negotiating thoughtfully, and collaborating for shared success.
• Apply your knowledge of strategy development, planning methodologies, performance measurement systems, and continuous improvement principles to achieve business goals.
• Manage project timelines effectively by setting clear objectives, allocating resources appropriately, identifying risks early on, and evaluating progress towards milestones.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience building positive relationships with colleagues across teams as well as external stakeholders through effective networking, consultation, negotiation, and collaboration.
• Proven ability to apply advanced knowledge of strategy development processes, operational planning techniques, performance measurement systems, and reporting frameworks within complex organizations.
• Track record of successfully managing projects or people by setting clear goals, allocating resources wisely, mitigating risks proactively, and evaluating outcomes against established benchmarks.
• Consistent delivery of objectives set by yourself or others even when faced with challenges or obstacles, showing resilience under pressure while maintaining focus on results.
• Highly developed communication skills adaptable to various audiences; able to convey complex information clearly while being sensitive to context and audience needs.
• Commitment to ongoing personal development demonstrated through active pursuit of learning opportunities relevant to strategy or planning roles.
• Understanding of legislative requirements applicable within Queensland's public sector including health & safety obligations as well as ethical conduct standards.
• Ability to provide expert advice on planning or reporting matters aligned with government frameworks or policy guidelines.
• Experience preparing detailed reports for executive audiences using data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions.

What You'll Get:

• A competitive salary package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A dynamic and supportive work environment

How to Apply:

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