Manager City Strategy
Core
Lead strategic planning, urban design, heritage, open space, and sustainability functions for a growing municipality, translating policy into practical outcomes for land use and community development.
Role type
Manager, City Strategy (Local Government)
Builds
Planning frameworks, policies, precinct structure plans, and strategic directions for land use, infrastructure, and community facilities.
Domain
Local government / Urban planning / Public sector
Required skills
Strategic planning, urban design, heritage planning, sustainability policy, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, policy development, project coordination, public sector knowledge
Preferred skills
Local government experience, knowledge of planning scheme amendments, climate resilience frameworks, circular economy principles
Technologies
Planning software, GIS tools, policy drafting tools
Responsibilities
Guide preparation of policies and planning frameworks; establish priorities and clarify responsibilities for a multidisciplinary team; represent Council with government agencies, developers, and community stakeholders; ensure sustainability and climate resilience priorities are integrated into land use planning.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership