General Manager

Help Shape What's Next

At the City of Mitcham, they are a learning organisation that values their people, innovation, collaboration and accountability.

They're looking for an executive who can bring strategic thinking, sound judgement and strong leadership to help shape the future of their organisation and the community they serve.

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Group, you will contribute to organisation wide success, working alongside Executive colleagues to drive performance, deliver strategic outcomes and foster a culture where people are empowered to learn, innovate and achieve results.

This is an opportunity to influence organisational direction, lead meaningful change and make a lasting impact on both Council and the community.

About the Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide leadership across the Finance and Procurement, Governance and Engagement, and Customer and Community Services portfolios. You will also assume responsibility for a fourth portfolio, to be determined following discussions with the Executive Leadership Group and the successful applicant.

Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will help shape strategic direction, strengthen organisational performance and deliver positive outcomes for Council and the community.

You will play a pivotal role in

• Providing strategic leadership and advice to support Council's long term success.
• Contributing to the delivery of our Organisational Culture Strategy and cultural shift priorities.
• Building a collaborative, high-performing and accountable workplace.
• Leading innovation and helping Council embrace opportunities presented by AI and emerging technologies.
• Strengthening organisational capability through learning, development and contemporary leadership practices.
• Championing employee wellbeing, psychological safety and positive workplace experiences.
• Building strong relationships with Elected Members, leaders, employees, community members and key stakeholders.

About You

You are a people person who combines strategic thinking, commercial acumen and sound judgement with a genuine commitment to achieving outcomes.

You have a proven ability to lead complex portfolios, navigate competing priorities and deliver organisational improvement in dynamic environments. You build trusted relationships, contribute to collective leadership and bring people together to achieve shared goals. You lead with authenticity and empathy, hold yourself and others accountable, and create an environment where people are challenged, supported and focused on delivering results.

Importantly, you understand that sustainable organisational success relies on learning, collaboration and you are motivated by the opportunity to help shape the future direction of a progressive and community focused organisation.

Why Mitcham?

At Mitcham, they're values guide how they work, how they lead and how they serve their community.

They're committed to building an organisation that embraces innovation, invests in learning, supports employee wellbeing and encourages collaboration across teams and functions. They believe strong culture and strong performance go hand in hand, and They're looking for an executive who shares that belief.

If you are a strategic and contemporary leader who wants to make a meaningful contribution to organisational performance, community outcomes and the future direction of Council, they love to hear from you.

Applications

To apply please click on the appropriate link and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant knowledge, skills, experience and intention to apply for this opportunity.

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For a confidential discussion contact Andrew Sullivan at SULLIVAN Consulting on 0417 859 004.