Strategic Projects Lead (9907)

Job No: COH23728
Location: Hobart, TAS

Group and Team: Corporate Strategy, Finance, and Performance Group
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent - Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $119,423 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

This role contributes to success by driving organisational initiatives for the City of Hobart, and leading cross-functional projects that improve how we operate and drive value for our community.
 
You will lead and coordinate strategic projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and the budget. You will translate high-level goals into practical plans, track progress, and keep stakeholders informed through clear reporting. You will also facilitate collaboration across teams, champion change initiatives, and maintain visibility of all strategic work.

Role accountabilities include:

  • Lead strategic projects from planning to delivery, ensuring scope, time, and budget are met.
  • Monitor and report on initiatives, manage risks, and keep stakeholders informed through CAMMS (reporting platform) and quarterly updates.
  • Review completed projects, capture lessons learned, and apply improvements for future initiatives.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description for Strategic Projects Lead

About you

You are a seasoned project leader or strategic planning professional who makes strategy tangible, turning big-picture goals into clear, actionable plans that deliver results. 
You know your way around project management methodologies, and you have proven you can steer complex, cross-functional initiatives to a successful finish.
 
Your superpower is people: you engage stakeholders, communicate with clarity, and build trust across teams. You are comfortable juggling competing priorities and navigating ambiguity, and you use data, dashboards, and reporting to surface insights that keep decisions smart and delivery on track.

The below are the essentials for the role: 

  • Bachelor degree or higher in Business, Public Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field with relevant experience.
  • Expertise in leading strategic projects that improve how an organisation operates and delivers value.
  • Strong project management knowledge and disciplined delivery.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Confidence in reporting and data analysis, using tools to provide meaningful insights.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with CAMMs or similar reporting platforms
  • Experience in local government or public sector environments provides valuable insights and understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

  • Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
  • Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
  • A wide range of leave entitlements.
  • Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
  • Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
  • Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
  • An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
  • Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact Janine Arnold (Manager Strategy, Planning and Performance) on 0428 343 669, janine.arnold@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au  Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday, 1 February 2026.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

  • Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
  • Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

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