Strategy and Planning Specialist

Join to apply for the Strategy and Planning Specialist role at Knox City Council About the role We have an exciting temporary opportunity for a Strategy and Planning Specialist to join our Strategy & Transformation department until early May 2026. Knox has recently developed a Council and Health and Wellbeing Plan, Organisation Strategy and Service Plans. The Strategy and Planning Specialist role will lead the development and implementation of these key documents and the Annual Planning Cycle which includes the key planning, budget and reporting actions required each year. Working in the Strategy and Business Intelligence team the primary focus of this role until May 2026 will be supporting Knox's second year of the service and workforce planning program. This includes facilitating workshops, preparing materials, reports and templates. You will also lead the strategic direction of Council to ensure alignment between the Council and Health and Wellbeing Plan and the organisation’s other key strategic documents. You will ensure the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of strategic frameworks and plans, engaging stakeholders across the organisation and community to foster shared ownership and measurable outcomes. This is a full-time temporary role until early May 2026 based at our Civic Centre. We encourage applications from other local governments as this position can be offered as an inter-council secondment. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met. This is a Band 7 classified role. Remuneration will be $110,732.77 - $124,189.64 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee. What you will bring to this role Knowledge and experience in strategic planning and reporting; and in organisation measurement and evaluation. Ability to develop conceptual frameworks for strategic planning and reporting; and organisation measurement and evaluation; and proven experience in the translation and implementation of those into process, operational policy, tools and systems. Demonstrated facilitation skills with experience in training and coaching others to adopt new processes and tools. Strong understanding/knowledge, skills and proficiency in cross-organisational project management. High level of proficiency in writing of plans and reports. Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, on time and within budget. Demonstrated ability to communicate and engage effectively with a wide range of people, ability to determine stakeholder issues and explain complex issues and concepts. Strong and demonstrated commitment to building relationships and working on a collaborative basis with both internal and external stakeholders. A good understanding of and the ability to work within a political environment Strong team player with a high level of emotional intelligence, critical self-awareness, the capacity to reflect and learn and the ability to exercise sound judgement. Personal values and behaviours aligned to those of Knox City Council. How to apply Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by Sunday 5:00pm 14 December 2025. All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. For further information on this role please contact Sally Whelan, Acting Head of Strategy and Business Intelligence, at A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page. Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date. Why work at Knox Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy: Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth Support towards further study 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges. Inherent requirements To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX Our commitments Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse. Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation. #J-18808-Ljbffr