Strategic Performance Lead

• Lead Council's strategic and corporate planning frameworks
• Drive alignment, performance, and continuous improvement
• Join a progressive and community-focused Council

About the City of Unley …

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local Council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

They are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what they do makes a positive difference to their community.

They are committed to creating a dynamic City that embraces new ideas, prioritises sustainability, and enhances quality of life. With the newly endorsed Community Plan responding to climate change, they will support a growing population and enhance the wellbeing and prosperity of their community.

About the role…

The City of Unley is seeking an experienced and strategic professional to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Council's strategic and corporate planning frameworks.

Reporting to the Executive Manager Governance, Risk and Strategy, this role will ensure alignment between Council's long-term vision, legislative requirements, and operational delivery. You will oversee the design and implementation of performance measurement systems, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enable evidence-based decision making through the provision of accurate and timely strategic advice and insights.

This position plays a key role in building a culture of performance and accountability across the organisation and supporting Council to deliver on its community aspirations.

What you will do…
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• Lead
  the coordination and review of Council's Strategic Management Framework, including the Community Plan, 4-Year Delivery Plan, Organisational Plan, Lead Strategies, and the development of Council's Annual Business Plan.
• Develop and oversee
  the implementation of performance measurement and reporting systems that support strategic alignment and organisational effectiveness.
• Collaborate
  across the organisation to support the development of service plans, KPIs, and improvement initiatives aligned with Council's strategic priorities.
• Identify, lead and support
  continuous improvement initiatives that enhance Council's effectiveness, efficiency, and customer experience.
• Provide expert advice and insights
  to the Executive Leadership Team, Elected Members and staff on strategy, performance and integrated planning.
• Monitor
  external trends, policy developments and legislative changes that may impact Council's strategic priorities and provide timely analysis and recommendations.
• Facilitate and lead
  cross-functional projects and working groups related to strategic initiatives, corporate planning, and performance improvement
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• Prepare
  high-quality reports, briefings, and presentations for Executive, Council, committees, and external stakeholders.

What they are looking for…

• Tertiary qualifications
  and/or extensive experience in strategic planning, business management, public administration or governance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience
  in strategic planning, corporate performance, and/or policy development within a government or complex organisational context.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  , with experience using data and performance metrics to inform decision-making.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  , with the ability to prepare clear, well-structured reports, briefs, and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability
  to work collaboratively across the organisation and influence positive change.
• Comprehensive knowledge
  of strategic and corporate planning principles, frameworks, and processes, and an understanding of local government governance and accountability.
• High-level
  interpersonal, facilitation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships, engage stakeholders, and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience
  in local government or the public sector (desirable).

The Unley Employee Experience…

They recognise the need to create an employee experience that enables the organisation's talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to their community. They provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development. Some of their outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of their team, you will benefit from:

• Supportive, flexible and inclusive work environment with work/life balance.
• competitive salary and conditions.
• ongoing support for your development and further education.
• complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund.
• holistic health and wellbeing programs.

More information…

If you are a
collaborative, strategic thinker
committed to driving organisational performance and achieving community outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

To obtain a copy of the
Candidate Information Pack
and to apply, please visit

and quote reference number
J8293.
Applications close
9am Wednesday 22nd October 2025
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Confidential enquiries can be directed to
Rebecca Hunt or Tamara Chambers
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