Business Manager, Planning and Urban Policy

2 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Do you like a challenge and want to play a key role, leading the Planning and Urban Policy (PUP) Division in a number of functions, including finance, reporting, government business, coordination, and human resources? The PUP Division within the Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate is seeking a highly motivated individual to permanently fill the role of Business Manager.

The PUP Division are a diverse, innovative and professional team of people who come from a wide variety of backgrounds that reflect the diversity and complexity of what we do, and the way land use impacts on every aspect of society. We value people with innovative and creative ideas, who communicate with candour and respect, and who have the motivation to drive projects from conception to delivery. We are united by our commitment to effectively deliver the ACT Government's promise of effective and good planning.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**

**Highly Desirable**:

- Experience in another ACT Government coordination role.
- Previous experience in providing business management support to an executive and their division.
- Knowledge of ACT Government finance and human resources processes.
- An awareness of the ACT Government’s activities and strategic direction in relation to the planning, and building policy and regulation would be advantageous but is not essential.

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