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Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
Thank you for your interest in nominating for the full-time 12 month position of Executive Officer of Leadership Great South Coast, which is currently auspiced by the Moyne Shire Council. This Information Pack has been created to give you the information you need about this position and the application process, including:
The Application Process
Employment Details
Key Selection Criteria
For general details of Leadership Great South Coast, please refer to the following web site:
https://lgsc.org.au/ Please be advised the preferred applicant for this will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and police check prior to any offers of employment being made. All associated costs will be covered by the Moyne Shire Council. For further information about the position or duties involved, please contact Amanda Hennessy, current Executive Officer of Leadership Great South Coast, on (03) 5568 0511 or via email on [email protected] Please note that nominations for this role close at 10am Monday 20 September 2021. Applications received after this time will not be considered for this role. We look forward to receiving your expression of interest. Claire Sorlie People and Culture Coordinator Moyne Shire Council
THE NOMINATION PROCESS
Leadership Great South Coast and the Moyne Shire Council are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. Our recruitment processes are conducted in a fair and equitable manner to ensure that all decisions are merit-based and comply with equal opportunity and workplace-related legislation. We aim to ensure all recruitment processes result in the best people joining our teams, so that we continue to deliver high quality services to our communities.
PREPARING YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Your application is your introduction to those who will form the selection panel, and the information you provide will be the basis on which the panel will assess your suitability for the position. To ensure the panel can accurately assess your suitability when shortlisting applicants, it is important to include the following:
1. Cover Letter Cover letters are a great way to introduce yourself and/or your organisation, and show how you will be a good fit for the advertised position. You can do this by keeping your letter relevant to the position and focus on the requirements for the role. 2. Current Resume or Organisational Overview A current resume detailing your employment history, educational history and qualifications, skills and experience must be provided. Please ensure your resume includes your up-to-date contact details, including a telephone number, so you may be contacted if required. For organisations wishing to express interest in taking on this role, we ask that a detailed summary of your organisation be included in your nomination. Please include such details as the duties undertaken by the organisation, details on why ou believe your organisation would be a good fit to take on this role, and an overview of how you see your organisation delivering these services.
3. Statement Addressing the Key Selection Criteria The Key Selection Criteria for each position details the knowledge, skills, experience and qualities that have been deemed essential for applicants to possess to be successful in the position. All applications received are assessed against the Key Selection Criteria when shortlisting is conducted, so it is essential you address the criteria in your application.
4. Current Referees The names, position titles and contact telephone numbers of at least three professional (work- related) referees must be provided. These should include a direct supervisor and/or a current employer.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
ABOUT US
Leadership Great South Coast (LGSC) provides an annual community leadership program for aspiring and emerging leaders drawn from all sectors of the Great South Coast region. The LGSC Program builds relationships and networks between the business, community and government sectors.
LGSC participants are drawn from all three sectors, allowing participants to benefit from a variety of perspectives when considering the nature of leadership and the future of our community and its economic prosperity.
This program is intellectually stimulating and experiential, designed to develop the skills and knowledge of aspiring leaders through contact with real community leaders in the context of community issues.
Participants are encouraged to:
Think laterally, examine problems systematically and find creative solutions
Establish a lasting set of personal and professional cross sectors links
Develop an understanding and appreciation of diversity
Work with and lead community groups
Commit and contribute to LGSC Alumni network offering expertise as a community resource.
OUR VISION
Empowering local leaders for global impact. OUR MISSION
We connect and develop leaders, empowering them to do great things.
OUR VALUES
Grow Leaders with new skills, knowledge and understanding of our region
Create Connections though regional engagement, collaboration and networking
Empower People to be influential and make a positive difference
Inspire People to embrace diversity and develop connections
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
STATUS: Temporary Full-Time TENURE: This role will be offered a 12-month tenure.
AWARD: Victoria Local Authorities Award 2001 and the Moyne Shire Enterprise
Agreement CLASSIFICATION: This position will operate under an annualised salary agreement. SALARY: An executive salary rate commensurate with the successful
applicant’s skill and experienced will be offered. PAYMENT DETAILS: Salary is paid on a fortnightly basis into a nominated bank account by
direct bank deposit. SUPERANNUATION: Council will make contributions in accordance with legislative
requirements to the applicant’s chosen compliant superannuation fund. Council’s default superannuation fund is the Local Authorities Superannuation Fund (also known as Vision Super).
HOURS: This position will work an average of 38 hours per week. Some out of
hours work will apply.
ANNUAL LEAVE: 4 weeks annual leave per annum SICK LEAVE: 12 days sick leave per annum PROFESSIONAL The Council recognises the importance of the employee DEVELOPMENT: maintaining an adequate level of skill and will allow for appropriate
training opportunities including hosting in-house training sessions, entitlements to attend external training courses and conferences, and contributions of money and leave to support employees undertaking study in a field relevant to their position.
PROBATIONARY This position is subject to an initial 3-month probationary period. PERIOD:
PHYSICAL Relevant physical requirements as outlined. REQUIREMENTS:
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
POSITION DESCRIPTION Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
BACKGROUND
Leadership Great South Coast (LGSC) Inc. provides an innovative annual
leadership program in the Great South Coast region of Victoria.
Moyne Shire Council will auspice LGSC until the end of 2021, at which time the
organisation will transition to a stand-alone, incorporated body. LGSC is
governed by a skills-based Board of Directors.
The Executive Officer will work with and report directly to the Board of Directors
to ensure the development and successful operation of the annual leadership
program and other initiatives.
The Executive Officer will also supervise and support the 0.5 EFT Program
Manager and any other staff who may be engaged to support the organisation.
POSITION OBJECTIVES
To lead and develop the organisation to enable achievement of the vision-
"Empowering local leaders for global impact."
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Strategic planning and Board support:
Participate in the implementation and review of Strategic Plan.
Develop and implement an annual work plan to achieve the medium- and long-term
goals and objectives identified in the Strategic Plan.
Forge strong strategic relationships with appropriate service partners, stakeholders, and
potential sponsors.
Act as the Secretariat to the Board and any sub-committees consulted by the Board.
Initiate and prepare for the Board’s consideration and approval, discussion papers and
reports for the purposed of policy development.
Program delivery:
Develop, coordinate and participate in the delivery of an annual program that builds
dynamic leadership capacity and capability based on exposure to change, challenges,
realities and inspirational leaders.
Develop and implement a participant selection process.
Maintain and make available all program material in a timely fashion.
Undertake any other relevant tasks that may arise during the course of the program
which will enhance its effective implementation in the region.
Participate in annual program evaluation.
Liaise with other leadership programs to identify opportunities to share ideas, activities
and resources.
Liaise with Regional Leadership Australia and participate in the network of Victorian
community regional leadership programs.
Fundraising and sponsorship: Acknowledging that participant’s fees and funding from the Victorian Government and Local
Government will be an important part of the income for the program, the Executive Officer will:
Identify and seek additional funding in support of the program from corporate,
government, philanthropic and charitable institutions.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
Develop and submit acquittals and other reporting requirements related to the receipt of
grants and other funding support.
Develop and maintain sponsorship database.
Develop and foster relationships with existing and prospective new financial partners.
Deliver benefits to sponsors in accordance with their entitlements under sponsorship
agreements as determined by the Steering Committee.
Monitor sponsor satisfaction levels and the degree to which their expectations of the
program are met.
Marketing and communications:
Develop and implement a communications/media strategy to maximise editorial and
other community-based publicity of program events, participant progress and other
relevant news and information.
Promote Leadership Great South Coast at local/regional forum and events.
Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of the range of products and services
offered to meet stakeholder needs.
Network Development:
Participate in relevant regional networks.
Finance, budget, risk, resource and operational management
Coordinate human and physical resources including volunteers, staff, contractors and
others as required to deliver quality services and responses.
Coordinate Occupational Health and Safety practices and procedures and facility
management.
Ensure timely reporting on activities and/or programs to the Board and funding bodies.
Document planning and preparation including development of proposals, policies,
procedures and program manuals, reports and promotional materials.
Ensure the organisation meets relevant quality standards and accreditation
requirements.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
LIAISONS
Local Government partners
SPECIALIST REQUIREMENTS
High levels of emotional intelligence.
Demonstration of high-level negotiation skills and proven experience in developing
effective networks.
Well-developed regional networks.
Evidence of the relevant skills and the ability to develop, deliver, monitor and evaluate
the outcomes of the leadership program and other initiatives and recommended
improvements.
resource management.
Broad knowledge of the issues affecting the wider community and specifically those
relating to the Great South Coast region.
Highly development report writing (research and analysis, advice, briefs, reports,
correspondence) and presentation skills.
Current Victorian drivers licence.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
The following Key Selection Criteria will be used as a tool to assist in the selection of the most suitable applicant. The criteria are not listed in any order of importance and the list is not exhaustive.
KSC 1 Demonstrably high interpersonal and communication skills and high
levels of emotional intelligence.
KSC 2 Highly developed business skills, including financial literacy, ability to think strategically and manage the day-to-day operations of the business.
KSC 3 Ability to work independently within a small team environment that is subject to public scrutiny.
Applications that fail to address the above Key Selection Criteria in full will not be
considered for this position.
ADDRESSING KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Each criterion must be addressed and it is essential the information you provide is clear, concise, and most importantly relevant. It is up to you to demonstrate you understand the requirements of the position and that you have the necessary knowledge, experience and qualifications to successfully carry out the duties of the position. It must be noted that it is not practical to interview all applicants and therefore only those who best meet the requirements will be short-listed for interview.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
Thank you for your interest in nominating for the full-time 12 month position of Executive Officer of Leadership Great South Coast, which is currently auspiced by the Moyne Shire Council. This Information Pack has been created to give you the information you need about this position and the application process, including:
The Application Process
Employment Details
Key Selection Criteria
For general details of Leadership Great South Coast, please refer to the following web site:
https://lgsc.org.au/ Please be advised the preferred applicant for this will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and police check prior to any offers of employment being made. All associated costs will be covered by the Moyne Shire Council. For further information about the position or duties involved, please contact Amanda Hennessy, current Executive Officer of Leadership Great South Coast, on (03) 5568 0511 or via email on [email protected] Please note that nominations for this role close at 10am Monday 20 September 2021. Applications received after this time will not be considered for this role. We look forward to receiving your expression of interest. Claire Sorlie People and Culture Coordinator Moyne Shire Council
THE NOMINATION PROCESS
Leadership Great South Coast and the Moyne Shire Council are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. Our recruitment processes are conducted in a fair and equitable manner to ensure that all decisions are merit-based and comply with equal opportunity and workplace-related legislation. We aim to ensure all recruitment processes result in the best people joining our teams, so that we continue to deliver high quality services to our communities.
PREPARING YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Your application is your introduction to those who will form the selection panel, and the information you provide will be the basis on which the panel will assess your suitability for the position. To ensure the panel can accurately assess your suitability when shortlisting applicants, it is important to include the following:
1. Cover Letter Cover letters are a great way to introduce yourself and/or your organisation, and show how you will be a good fit for the advertised position. You can do this by keeping your letter relevant to the position and focus on the requirements for the role. 2. Current Resume or Organisational Overview A current resume detailing your employment history, educational history and qualifications, skills and experience must be provided. Please ensure your resume includes your up-to-date contact details, including a telephone number, so you may be contacted if required. For organisations wishing to express interest in taking on this role, we ask that a detailed summary of your organisation be included in your nomination. Please include such details as the duties undertaken by the organisation, details on why ou believe your organisation would be a good fit to take on this role, and an overview of how you see your organisation delivering these services.
3. Statement Addressing the Key Selection Criteria The Key Selection Criteria for each position details the knowledge, skills, experience and qualities that have been deemed essential for applicants to possess to be successful in the position. All applications received are assessed against the Key Selection Criteria when shortlisting is conducted, so it is essential you address the criteria in your application.
4. Current Referees The names, position titles and contact telephone numbers of at least three professional (work- related) referees must be provided. These should include a direct supervisor and/or a current employer.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
ABOUT US
Leadership Great South Coast (LGSC) provides an annual community leadership program for aspiring and emerging leaders drawn from all sectors of the Great South Coast region. The LGSC Program builds relationships and networks between the business, community and government sectors.
LGSC participants are drawn from all three sectors, allowing participants to benefit from a variety of perspectives when considering the nature of leadership and the future of our community and its economic prosperity.
This program is intellectually stimulating and experiential, designed to develop the skills and knowledge of aspiring leaders through contact with real community leaders in the context of community issues.
Participants are encouraged to:
Think laterally, examine problems systematically and find creative solutions
Establish a lasting set of personal and professional cross sectors links
Develop an understanding and appreciation of diversity
Work with and lead community groups
Commit and contribute to LGSC Alumni network offering expertise as a community resource.
OUR VISION
Empowering local leaders for global impact. OUR MISSION
We connect and develop leaders, empowering them to do great things.
OUR VALUES
Grow Leaders with new skills, knowledge and understanding of our region
Create Connections though regional engagement, collaboration and networking
Empower People to be influential and make a positive difference
Inspire People to embrace diversity and develop connections
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
STATUS: Temporary Full-Time TENURE: This role will be offered a 12-month tenure.
AWARD: Victoria Local Authorities Award 2001 and the Moyne Shire Enterprise
Agreement CLASSIFICATION: This position will operate under an annualised salary agreement. SALARY: An executive salary rate commensurate with the successful
applicant’s skill and experienced will be offered. PAYMENT DETAILS: Salary is paid on a fortnightly basis into a nominated bank account by
direct bank deposit. SUPERANNUATION: Council will make contributions in accordance with legislative
requirements to the applicant’s chosen compliant superannuation fund. Council’s default superannuation fund is the Local Authorities Superannuation Fund (also known as Vision Super).
HOURS: This position will work an average of 38 hours per week. Some out of
hours work will apply.
ANNUAL LEAVE: 4 weeks annual leave per annum SICK LEAVE: 12 days sick leave per annum PROFESSIONAL The Council recognises the importance of the employee DEVELOPMENT: maintaining an adequate level of skill and will allow for appropriate
training opportunities including hosting in-house training sessions, entitlements to attend external training courses and conferences, and contributions of money and leave to support employees undertaking study in a field relevant to their position.
PROBATIONARY This position is subject to an initial 3-month probationary period. PERIOD:
PHYSICAL Relevant physical requirements as outlined. REQUIREMENTS:
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
POSITION DESCRIPTION Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
BACKGROUND
Leadership Great South Coast (LGSC) Inc. provides an innovative annual
leadership program in the Great South Coast region of Victoria.
Moyne Shire Council will auspice LGSC until the end of 2021, at which time the
organisation will transition to a stand-alone, incorporated body. LGSC is
governed by a skills-based Board of Directors.
The Executive Officer will work with and report directly to the Board of Directors
to ensure the development and successful operation of the annual leadership
program and other initiatives.
The Executive Officer will also supervise and support the 0.5 EFT Program
Manager and any other staff who may be engaged to support the organisation.
POSITION OBJECTIVES
To lead and develop the organisation to enable achievement of the vision-
"Empowering local leaders for global impact."
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Strategic planning and Board support:
Participate in the implementation and review of Strategic Plan.
Develop and implement an annual work plan to achieve the medium- and long-term
goals and objectives identified in the Strategic Plan.
Forge strong strategic relationships with appropriate service partners, stakeholders, and
potential sponsors.
Act as the Secretariat to the Board and any sub-committees consulted by the Board.
Initiate and prepare for the Board’s consideration and approval, discussion papers and
reports for the purposed of policy development.
Program delivery:
Develop, coordinate and participate in the delivery of an annual program that builds
dynamic leadership capacity and capability based on exposure to change, challenges,
realities and inspirational leaders.
Develop and implement a participant selection process.
Maintain and make available all program material in a timely fashion.
Undertake any other relevant tasks that may arise during the course of the program
which will enhance its effective implementation in the region.
Participate in annual program evaluation.
Liaise with other leadership programs to identify opportunities to share ideas, activities
and resources.
Liaise with Regional Leadership Australia and participate in the network of Victorian
community regional leadership programs.
Fundraising and sponsorship: Acknowledging that participant’s fees and funding from the Victorian Government and Local
Government will be an important part of the income for the program, the Executive Officer will:
Identify and seek additional funding in support of the program from corporate,
government, philanthropic and charitable institutions.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
Develop and submit acquittals and other reporting requirements related to the receipt of
grants and other funding support.
Develop and maintain sponsorship database.
Develop and foster relationships with existing and prospective new financial partners.
Deliver benefits to sponsors in accordance with their entitlements under sponsorship
agreements as determined by the Steering Committee.
Monitor sponsor satisfaction levels and the degree to which their expectations of the
program are met.
Marketing and communications:
Develop and implement a communications/media strategy to maximise editorial and
other community-based publicity of program events, participant progress and other
relevant news and information.
Promote Leadership Great South Coast at local/regional forum and events.
Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of the range of products and services
offered to meet stakeholder needs.
Network Development:
Participate in relevant regional networks.
Finance, budget, risk, resource and operational management
Coordinate human and physical resources including volunteers, staff, contractors and
others as required to deliver quality services and responses.
Coordinate Occupational Health and Safety practices and procedures and facility
management.
Ensure timely reporting on activities and/or programs to the Board and funding bodies.
Document planning and preparation including development of proposals, policies,
procedures and program manuals, reports and promotional materials.
Ensure the organisation meets relevant quality standards and accreditation
requirements.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer
LIAISONS
Local Government partners
SPECIALIST REQUIREMENTS
High levels of emotional intelligence.
Demonstration of high-level negotiation skills and proven experience in developing
effective networks.
Well-developed regional networks.
Evidence of the relevant skills and the ability to develop, deliver, monitor and evaluate
the outcomes of the leadership program and other initiatives and recommended
improvements.
resource management.
Broad knowledge of the issues affecting the wider community and specifically those
relating to the Great South Coast region.
Highly development report writing (research and analysis, advice, briefs, reports,
correspondence) and presentation skills.
Current Victorian drivers licence.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Executive Officer, Leadership Great South Coast
The following Key Selection Criteria will be used as a tool to assist in the selection of the most suitable applicant. The criteria are not listed in any order of importance and the list is not exhaustive.
KSC 1 Demonstrably high interpersonal and communication skills and high
levels of emotional intelligence.
KSC 2 Highly developed business skills, including financial literacy, ability to think strategically and manage the day-to-day operations of the business.
KSC 3 Ability to work independently within a small team environment that is subject to public scrutiny.
Applications that fail to address the above Key Selection Criteria in full will not be
considered for this position.
ADDRESSING KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Each criterion must be addressed and it is essential the information you provide is clear, concise, and most importantly relevant. It is up to you to demonstrate you understand the requirements of the position and that you have the necessary knowledge, experience and qualifications to successfully carry out the duties of the position. It must be noted that it is not practical to interview all applicants and therefore only those who best meet the requirements will be short-listed for interview.
Leadership Great South Coast | Executive Officer