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Chief Executive Officer (JN -032024-36256) Darwin, Australia
Chief Executive Officer Local Government Association Northern Territory (LGANT)
- Key leadership role in the NT’s local government peak body
- Advocate for local government across the Territory
- Influence public policy outcomes to benefit members
The Northern Territory is both culturally and geographically diverse, spread across densely populated urban areas and regional and remote communities.
It’s a land of contrasts, where ancient traditions co-exist with modern developments and where the natural world is both remarkably beautiful and ruggedly untamed.
This unique environment results in the Northern Territory presenting a range of economic opportunities across industries such as mining, agriculture, tourism, and conservation.
The Local Government Association of the Northern Territory (LGANT), the peak body representing the local government sector in the Northern Territory (NT), has been championing the interests of its members for over three decades.
Representing 16 of the 17 local government councils, LGANT advocates and liaises with both the Northern Territory and Australian governments to ensure the concerns of local communities are heard and addressed.
LGANT also provides strategic leadership and expert advice on policy matters, equipping its member councils to navigate complex legislative landscapes and make informed decisions.
In addition, LGANT offers specialised support and guidance to enhance the delivery of services to communities, covering areas such as governance, financial management, and community engagement.
Furthermore, LGANT undertakes infrastructure project management, facilitating the coordination and implementation of vital roads projects aligned with local priorities and regulatory standards.
Taking a multifaceted approach, LGANT plays a pivotal role in empowering local governments and fostering sustainable development across the NT.
As the principal governance advisor to the LGANT Board, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will manage decision-making processes and provide corporate governance support, as well as obtaining engagement from member councils in alignment with shared priorities.
As the representative of LGANT’s members, the CEO will also act as liasion to government agencies and stakeholders by fostering and maintaining effective working relationships.
The CEO will combine these responsibilities with overseeing LGANT’s operations, including human resources, information and communication technology, policy development, advocacy, communications strategies, circular economy initiatives, and roads infrastructure program delivery.
They will also represent LGANT's interests in intergovernmental forums, local government association meetings, and in all relevant correspondence and submissions.
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience reporting to a Board, Council or similar elected body and have knowledge and insights into the challenges confronting local governments, either in the NT or other states and territories.
Your visionary leadership, strategic thinking, results focus, advocacy skills, revenue generation, and ability to collaborate and engage with a wide range of individuals, groups, departments, and organisations will be highly regarded, as will relevant qualifications in management, business, public policy, local government, or related disciplines.
To apply, click the apply now’ button and upload your CV (please include your cover letter / executive summary at the top of your CV).
For a copy of the Candidate Pack or for a confidential discussion, please contact Ryan Webster 0427 329 443 or Christopher Hughes 0431 861 230.
Applications close on Wednesday 24 April 2024.
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Chief Executive Officer (JN -032024-36256) Darwin, Australia
Chief Executive Officer Local Government Association Northern Territory (LGANT)
- Key leadership role in the NT’s local government peak body
- Advocate for local government across the Territory
- Influence public policy outcomes to benefit members
The Northern Territory is both culturally and geographically diverse, spread across densely populated urban areas and regional and remote communities.
It’s a land of contrasts, where ancient traditions co-exist with modern developments and where the natural world is both remarkably beautiful and ruggedly untamed.
This unique environment results in the Northern Territory presenting a range of economic opportunities across industries such as mining, agriculture, tourism, and conservation.
The Local Government Association of the Northern Territory (LGANT), the peak body representing the local government sector in the Northern Territory (NT), has been championing the interests of its members for over three decades.
Representing 16 of the 17 local government councils, LGANT advocates and liaises with both the Northern Territory and Australian governments to ensure the concerns of local communities are heard and addressed.
LGANT also provides strategic leadership and expert advice on policy matters, equipping its member councils to navigate complex legislative landscapes and make informed decisions.
In addition, LGANT offers specialised support and guidance to enhance the delivery of services to communities, covering areas such as governance, financial management, and community engagement.
Furthermore, LGANT undertakes infrastructure project management, facilitating the coordination and implementation of vital roads projects aligned with local priorities and regulatory standards.
Taking a multifaceted approach, LGANT plays a pivotal role in empowering local governments and fostering sustainable development across the NT.
As the principal governance advisor to the LGANT Board, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will manage decision-making processes and provide corporate governance support, as well as obtaining engagement from member councils in alignment with shared priorities.
As the representative of LGANT’s members, the CEO will also act as liasion to government agencies and stakeholders by fostering and maintaining effective working relationships.
The CEO will combine these responsibilities with overseeing LGANT’s operations, including human resources, information and communication technology, policy development, advocacy, communications strategies, circular economy initiatives, and roads infrastructure program delivery.
They will also represent LGANT's interests in intergovernmental forums, local government association meetings, and in all relevant correspondence and submissions.
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience reporting to a Board, Council or similar elected body and have knowledge and insights into the challenges confronting local governments, either in the NT or other states and territories.
Your visionary leadership, strategic thinking, results focus, advocacy skills, revenue generation, and ability to collaborate and engage with a wide range of individuals, groups, departments, and organisations will be highly regarded, as will relevant qualifications in management, business, public policy, local government, or related disciplines.
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To apply, click the apply now’ button and upload your CV (please include your cover letter / executive summary at the top of your CV).
For a copy of the Candidate Pack or for a confidential discussion, please contact Ryan Webster 0427 329 443 or Christopher Hughes 0431 861 230.
Applications close on Wednesday 24 April 2024.
Name :
Please include your first and last name.
Email : @ Phone :
Please include your country code.
CV / Resume : Cover Letter :
Cover Letter :
Eligibility : Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit / visa / citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.
No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit / visa / citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. ;
Chief Executive Officer (JN -032024-36256) Darwin, Australia
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